Product demonstration: Auditory scanning for AAC with Zyteq and Control Bionics

Presented by Claire Groom and Evelyn Chiew 

Webinar overview 

This member webinar is a product demonstration of various communication page sets available with auditory scanning features. 

Claire from Zyteq (part of the Smartbox family), will provide a brief overview of auditory scanning and demonstrate how Grid supports communication using this access method. As creators of Grid AAC software, Smartbox has developed a range of features that support effective auditory scanning. Through demonstrations of communication page sets, auditory scanning features and system customisation options, attendees will learn practical strategies for implementing and optimising auditory scanning for AAC users. The session will also explore the importance of choosing the right hardware for auditory scanning, alongside appropriate software, highlighting features of Zyteq's dedicated AAC devices that can enhance listening, access and communication efficiency.

Evelyn from Control Bionics will introduce a new communication page set for auditory scanners, The Block. Evelyn will highlight how The Block reduces working memory load, supports quick access to language and improves communication efficiency. Through case studies, modifications and customisations for auditory scanners will also be explored.

Target audience

This is a member-only webinar.

Speech Pathologists, AAC users, teachers, education assistants, allied health professionals and allied health assistants. 

Webinar details 

• This is a LIVE webinar, delivered via zoom
• This webinar will run for 60 minutes, including time for Q & A at the end 
• This webinar will be recorded and a copy of the recording will be emailed to participants. 

Webinar date 

Monday 17 August 2026 

Webinar start time

VIC / NSW / ACT / QLD / TAS: 12pm 

SA / NT: 11:30am 

WA: 10am  

Presenters

Claire Groom is a speech pathologist with 25 years' experience working within the AAC sector. She has a passion for supporting people with complex communication needs to find the best combination of AAC strategies that suit their unique needs and preferences. She currently works as a Clinical Team Lead and Assistive Technology Consultant with Zyteq.

Evelyn Chiew is a speech pathologist based in WA with several years of clinical experience supporting individuals with complex communication needs. She has a passion for working with AAC and assistive technology, witnessing firsthand how it has empowered individuals to connect with others and gain independence. She now works at Control Bionics as an AAC Consultant, supporting individuals to access innovative assistive technology solutions including the NeuroNode.

Presenter disclosure

Claire is an employee of Zyteq Pty Ltd, an Australian supplier of Assistive Technology products including AAC hardware and software. Within this role she receives a salary for her consulting work.

Evelyn is employed by Control Bionics and receives a salary for her work. 

Disclosure

AGOSCI is grateful to Claire and Evelyn for presenting this webinar to the 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 expertise, products or brands over others.

AGOSCI acknowledges the presence and contributions of all suppliers and expertise in the Australian and International communities of AAC and diverse communication.