Michelle Therrien - Tallahassee, FL
Michelle Therrien
Tallahassee, FL
AAC Roles: Researcher, Professor/Instructor
Preferred Method of Contact: Email
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Biography
I am an assistant professor in the School of Communication Science and Disorders at Florida State University (FSU) where I direct the AAC Connect Lab. My research focuses on building connections to support improved quality of life for individuals who use AAC. I am particularly interested in social interaction and friendship outcomes. I teach courses in AAC & developmental disabilities at FSU.
AAC Roles
Researcher
Someone who advances science by exploring aspects of AAC use, assessment, intervention, training, etc. through approved research protocols; e.g. approved by university Institutional Review Board
| Type of research: | Friendship, social interaction, supporting families & teachers |
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| Primary area of research: | Friendship for individuals who use AAC |
| Research published in a peer-reviewed publication? | Yes |
Professor/Instructor
Someone who teaches courses or is otherwise involved in trainings related to AAC
| Course/training currently teaching/leading: | I teach AAC courses to graduate students at FSU, and also present at various national & international conferences. |
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| Audience(s) typically presented to: | College/graduate school students |
| Typically teach/present: | University classes and Conferences/Workshops |
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