PODD page sets for speech generating devices online workshop

This workshop is proudly presented to you by AGOSCI and CPEC 

Workshop overview 

The content will build on the information relating to the purpose, design principles, intervention strategies and use of PODD communication books covered in the PODD introductory workshop.  

Ever wondered why PODD page sets for speech generating devices are not direct copies of the corresponding language level of a PODD communication book? This workshop will explain the similarities, differences and variations in vocabulary organisations needed to capitalise on, and accommodate for, the innate differences between paper books and electronic devices.

The focus of this course is the design features of PODD page sets to suit speech generating devices. The efficiencies resulting from predicting vocabulary usage patterns in the PODD page sets for speech generating devices will be demonstrated for different stages of communication and language development

Hands-on practical experiences will also provide participants with opportunities

• to explore the features and vocabulary organisation of PODD page sets designed to suit varying communication and language requirements
• to learn how to use the features built into the PODD page sets to customise vocabulary for different communication purposes
• develop fluency using the PODD page sets to model and expand language.

Participants will need to source and bring a PODD page set on an electronic device (computer, iPad) to participate in the interactive activities.  Information will be sent to participants on options to access free trial versions of the PODD page sets on various softwares.

Teaching and learning strategies that have been found effective for implementing the PODD integrated communication system (paper books and electronic devices) to support the development of autonomous communication at any time will be shared.

Learning outcomes

Participants will be able to:

• Identify how the availability of multiple systems supports an individual’s ability for autonomous communication in a range of environments
• Describe the similarities and differences between dynamic display (paper) communication books and (electronic) SGDs
• Describe PODD vocabulary organisation strategies that maintain similarities between systems while taking advantage of each format’s unique features and functional characteristics
• Identify how predicating vocabulary usage patterns has been used in the PODD page sets to increase the efficiency of communication at different stages of communication and language development
• Select and customise PODD generic templates for speech generating devices to suit individual requirements
• Model and expand language using PODD page sets for speech generating devices
• Discuss the teaching and learning strategies for implementing the PODD integrated communication system (paper books and electronic devices) to support the development of autonomous communication at any time
• Teach children and partners to use the PODD integrated communication system in daily environments.

Target audience

This workshop will be of interest to teachers, speech pathologists, occupational therapists, educators, parents and families of individuals who are supporting individuals who use PODD on a speech generating device. 

Workshop details 

• This workshop series contains three sessions, attendance at all three sessions is compulsory

• This workshop will not be recorded

• Completion of a two-day PODD Introductory workshop is a prerequisite for this workshop series

• This webinar series "High-tech PODD a webinar overview series" presented in 2022 included an overview of PODD on speech-generating devices and does not replace this webinar series

• A certificate will be provided, following attendance at all three sessions 

• Participants will need to source and bring a PODD page set on an electronic device (computer, iPad) to participate in the interactive activities.  Information will be sent to participants on options to access free trial versions of the PODD page sets on various softwares.

Workshop dates

Session 1: Monday 2 February 2026 

Session 2: Monday 9 February 2026

Session 3: Monday 16 February 2026 

Workshop time

7:30pm - 9:30pm (AEDT) 

Timezones

VIC/NSW/ACT/TAS: 7:30pm 

QLD: 6:30pm 

SA: 7pm

NT: 6pm

WA: 4:30pm

Presenter

Gayle Porter is a speech pathologist with over 40 years hands on experience working with people with complex communication needs. She is the developer of the PODD communication system.  Gayle lectures both locally and internationally about Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), Pragmatic Organisation Dynamic Displays (PODD) and movements for communication (cerebral palsy). Gayle is a co-founder and senior mentor at the Cerebral Palsy Education Centre and has a private practice working with individuals who have complex communication needs.  Gayle is a highly sought after international presenter.

Disclosure

AGOSCI is grateful to Gayle for presenting this workshop series to our AGOSCI community. 

AGOSCI acknowledges that differing views and opinions may be discussed throughout this webinar and may not always align with AGOSCI philosophies.

AGOSCI is an independent body and does not endorse individual products or brands.

AGOSCI acknowledges the presence and contributions of all suppliers and resources available in the Australian and International AAC marketplace.

Registration and Cancellation Policy

Updated May 2025

Registration is only confirmed upon full payment of fee. Please note total ticket price will include an additional $0.69 + 0.7% per transaction service fee. To access the discounted rate for members you must be logged into your AGOSCI member account prior to registration. 

• 100% refund minus the service fee ($0.69 + 0.7% per transaction) until 60 days before event
• 50% refund minus the service fee ($0.69 + 0.7% per transaction) between 8-59 days before event
• No refunds within 0-7 days before event start date
• If the event is cancelled by AGOSCI you will receive 100% refund including the service fee ($0.69 + 0.7% per transaction)

Applications for registrations are subject to final approval by AGOSCI to ensure fair and equal access to events across organisations. Waitlist registrations will be taken upon all positions being filled.