Samuel Sennott is a PhD candidate in special education focused on AAC at The Pennsylvania State University. He has a master’s degree in assistive technology from Simmons College and an undergraduate degree in special education and elementary education. His research interests include literacy, augmentative and alternative communication, innovative technology and universal design for learning. He is the co-developer of Proloquo2Go, the AAC system for the iPhone and iPod touch. Serving individuals with the most significant special needs is his primary professional goal.