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Embracing Verbal Diversity: Navigating Stuttering Service Delivery in the Schools with Nina Reeves
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08/20/24 • 65 min
Guest: Nina Reeves, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-F - In this episode, we dive into the complexities of stuttering interventions in the school setting. Join us as we explore strategies and best practices for school-based clinicians dedicated to supporting students who stutter. From sensitive assessment techniques to innovative therapy approaches, we uncover valuable insights to foster understanding and empowerment.
Bringing Language to Life: Using Children’s Books in Speech & Language Therapy with Julie Barber-Bristol
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08/15/24 • 66 min
Guest: Julie Barber-Bristol, MS, CCC-SLP - Embark on a delightful adventure as we unveil the secret weapon of speech and language therapy: children's books! In this episode, we'll show you how one magical book can become your ultimate toolkit, simultaneously targeting speech sounds and language goals. Prepare to be amazed as we demonstrate how to weave articulation practice seamlessly into storytelling while simultaneously honing crucial language skills. Prepare for a fun-filled exploration where every page is key to unlocking a world of communication possibilities. Join us and discover how one book can transform therapy sessions into captivating journeys of growth and discovery.
04/21/25 • 64 min
Guest: Kim Murza, PhD, CCC-SLP
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In this insightful episode, special guest Dr. Kim Murza shares her expertise on applying a strengths-based approach in educational settings. Dr. Murza, the Associate Dean of Research and Faculty Affairs at the University of Northern Colorado, discusses her extensive experience in language and literacy, interprofessional collaboration, and community-engaged learning. Listen in as she defines inclusion, contrasts medical and social models of disability, and elaborates on the consultative collaborative model of service delivery. This episode highlights the importance of focusing on strengths to enhance student engagement and success.
Episode Timeline:
00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
00:18 Meet Dr. Kim Murza
03:57 Understanding Inclusion
08:06 Strengths-Based Approach Explained
17:14 Medical vs. Social Models of Disability
29:32 Collaborative Consultative Model in Schools
35:17 Introduction to UDL and Its Importance
35:52 UDL's Impact on Educators and Students
36:59 The Role of SLPs in UDL
38:00 Inclusion and Universal Benefits
40:10 Strength-Based Approach for Educators
42:32 Collective Teacher Efficacy
45:17 Empowering Paraeducators
50:10 Collaborative Consultative Model
51:35 Positive Niche Construction
01:01:32 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
About the Guest:
Kim Murza, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, received her doctorate in Education: Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University of Central Florida, where she specialized in language and literacy. She is currently the Associate Dean of Research and Faculty Affairs in the College of Natural and Health Sciences at the University of Northern Colorado and previously served as a Professor of Speech-Language Pathology in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders. Dr. Murza has worked both privately and in the public school system as a speech-language pathologist, serving children and adolescents of all ages. She is passionate about supporting school-based speech-language pathologists to provide inclusive and collaborative services. Her main research area is the development, delivery, and evaluation of high-quality professional learning in schools. Additional research interests include interprofessional collaboration in the schools, coaching of extenders, community-engaged learning, and the scholarship of teaching and learning. More recently, she has been involved in the development and program coordination of the Greeley Treasure Chest Program and Project L.I.F.E. (Literacy for Immigrant Families Every Day).
Positioning Yourself as a Literacy & Executive Function Expert on the School Team with Karen Dudek-Brannan
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10/08/24 • 65 min
Guest: Karen Dudek-Brannan, EdD, CCC-SLP - School SLPs are subject matter experts in language, cognition, and other essential areas that impact students' function in school and beyond. This session will show them how to position themselves as experts on their school teams so they can impact their direct therapy sessions and district-wide programming. Listeners will leave with recommendations for a 90-day action plan.
02/24/25 • 65 min
Guest: Claire Barbao, MA, CCC-SLP
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Join Carolyn Dolby as she welcomes Claire Barbao, owner of Kindly Speech LLC and a specialist in fluency disorders. The episode covers effective strategies for supporting students who stutter, emphasizing the importance of behavioral tactics and addressing emotional and cognitive aspects. The conversation deepens into goal setting, therapy activities, and ways to empower students through self-advocacy and mindfulness. Claire Barbao shares her journey, expertise, and insights on enhancing the well-being and communication skills of students who stutter. This episode is ideal for school clinicians, with practical advice and professional guidance.
Episode Timeline:
00:00 Introduction and Housekeeping
00:29 Guest Introduction: Claire Barbao
02:26 Claire's Journey to Specialization
05:46 Understanding Stuttering: Beyond Behavior
08:48 Advocacy and Coping Strategies for Students
26:56 Strength-Based Goals and Therapy
34:17 Emphasizing Student-Centered Approaches
34:50 Understanding Student Perspectives on Stuttering
35:34 Exploring Situational Challenges
38:17 The Role of Speech Therapists
45:22 Therapy Techniques and Activities
56:09 Empowering Students Through Self-Advocacy
01:03:58 Conclusion and Resources
About the Guest: Claire Barbao, MA, CCC-SLP, is a clinical supervisor at the University of Virginia and a Candidate Specialist recognized by the American Board of Fluency and Fluency Disorders. Her current clinical practice and instruction focus on fluency disorders, motor speech disorders, adult rehabilitation, and culturally responsive intervention. Her clinical experience includes both inpatient and outpatient medical settings, private practice, telepractice, and working in a public school system. Claire also owns the private practice, Kindly Speech LLC, where she sees clients and provides education to parents and the SLP community. She believes in providing person-centered therapy services and engaging in collaboration with families, caregivers, and other professionals to support her clients best.
08/12/24 • 69 min
Guest: Emily Homer - MA, CCC-SLP, ASHA Fellow - Join us for a delicious episode of demystifying feeding and swallowing services in the school setting. We will be dishing out a mouthwatering menu of savory intervention strategies and a smorgasbord of supports facilitating safe and efficient mealtimes. Get ready to dig in as we explore the recipe for creating a nourishing environment for every student. So scoot up your chair. There’s room for everyone at our table.
Back to Normal or New Reality? Impact of COVID-19 on School Based SLPs with Lesley Sylvan
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03/31/25 • 61 min
Guest: Lesley Sylvan, EdD, CCC-SLP
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Join host Carolyn Dolby and guest Dr. Lesley Sylvan in this insightful School of Speech episode presented by Speech Therapy PD. The episode, 'Back to Normal or New Reality, the Lasting Impacts of COVID-19 on School-Based SLPs,' explores how the pandemic has affected school-based speech-language pathologists (SLPs). Reflecting on where they were five years ago when the pandemic started, Carolyn and Lesley discuss changes in service delivery, virtual therapy, educational policies, and the social-emotional and academic impacts on students. Despite challenges, they also delve into how SLPs have adapted and provided effective speech therapy. This episode is packed with valuable information and reflections for SLPs and educators alike.
Episode Timeline:
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:23 Episode Overview and Guest Introduction
00:58 Reflecting on the Pandemic's Onset
01:45 Guest Disclosures and Background
04:11 Lesley Sylvan's Journey
08:14 Impact of the Pandemic on SLPs
14:41 Research Findings and Reflections
25:03 Changes in Service Delivery and Future Directions
32:17 Reflecting on Transforming Practices
32:46 The Impact of Virtual Meetings
34:07 Effectiveness of Online IEP Meetings
35:47 Professional Development in a Virtual World
36:52 Balancing Virtual and In-Person Interactions
43:19 The Rise of Virtual SLPs
48:17 Challenges of Hybrid Models
52:31 Sharing Resources and Building Community
59:32 Conclusion and Future Directions
About the Guest:
Dr. Lesley Sylvan is an associate professor in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at Montclair State University. She is also program director of the master's degree in speech-language pathology. Dr. Sylvan is a certified speech-language pathologist (SLP) with extensive clinical experience working with school-aged children in public and private clinical settings. She completed a Master's degree in educational policy and management and a Doctorate in human development and education from the Harvard Graduate School of Education. Broadly, Dr. Sylvan's scholarly interests center on the intersection between the field of education and the field of speech-language pathology.
05/19/25 • 62 min
Guest: Robert McKinney, MA, CCC-SLP
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In this episode of School of Speech, host Carolyn Dolby delves into the critical role state associations play in speech-language pathology. Joined by special guest Robert McKinney, President of the California Speech Language and Hearing Association (CSHA), the discussion covers McKinney's extensive background, the importance of state associations for networking and advocacy, and the valuable connections they foster. The episode also explores how to get involved in these associations, the benefits of professional development, and the impact of advocacy efforts on safeguarding the profession. This engaging conversation aims to inspire and inform both new and seasoned professionals about the numerous opportunities and support available through state associations.
Episode Timeline:
00:00 Introduction and Guest Overview
01:05 Housekeeping and Disclosures
02:21 Bob's Journey into Speech Pathology
03:43 Importance of State Associations
05:26 Networking and Mentorship
06:17 Advocacy and Legislative Efforts
13:13 Engaging with Students and New Professionals
28:03 ASHA's Role and Support
31:39 Introduction to CSAP and Its Importance
32:37 The Power of Networking and Advocacy
34:52 Leadership Development and Foundations
38:12 Challenges and Successes in Advocacy
44:18 Board Structure and Responsibilities
46:22 Commitment and Volunteering in Associations
54:07 Professional Development and Conventions
59:19 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
About the Guest:
Robert (Bob) McKinney, M.A., CCC-SLP, is the author of “Here’s How to Do Accent Modification,” published by Plural Publishing in 2019. He holds MAs in Communicative Disorders, International Relations, and Education. Bob speaks six languages, has lived in six countries, and has worked with clients from over eighty nations. He had a 26-year career in ESL Instruction, including working as a teacher trainer at UCSD’s English Language Institute. He currently works with predominantly bilingual students as the lead SLP at the Sweetwater Union High School District. At San Diego State University, he teaches phonetics and supervises graduate students in the Accent and Communication Training Program. He is the Chair-Elect of the California Speech Language Hearing Association (CSHA) and the Corporate Speech Pathology Network (CORSPAN) co-president.
04/07/25 • 67 min
Guests: Joe Klein, PhD., CCC-SLP & Holly Klein, MS, CCC-SLP
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In this episode of School of Speech, host Carolyn Dolby welcomes special guests Joe and Holly Klein. Together, they discuss successful strategies for stuttering therapy in school settings. Joe, an associate professor at Eastern Washington University, and Holly, a seasoned school-based speech pathologist, share their personal journeys and professional insights into effective stuttering interventions. The episode covers goal-setting, the importance of focusing on speech patterns and associated feelings, and practical steps for clinicians working with children who stutter. The conversation provides valuable tips for speech therapists and includes student-centered approaches and strategies to foster a supportive environment for children with stuttering.
Episode Timeline:
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:25 Meet the Special Guests: Joe and Holly Klein
03:26 Joe Klein's Journey with Stuttering
11:10 Holly Klein's Perspective on Stuttering Therapy
15:26 Challenges and Strategies in School-Based Stuttering Therapy
23:52 Evaluating and Setting Goals for Stuttering Therapy
31:37 The WHO ICF Model in Stuttering Therapy
34:08 Improving Stuttering Through Environment and Support
35:59 The Importance of Awareness in Speech Therapy
36:38 Setting and Understanding Therapy Goals
38:12 Voluntary Stuttering and Fluency Techniques
44:57 Desensitization and Peer Education
47:13 Creating Student-Centered Goals
48:27 Culminating Projects and Peer Education
59:32 Dismissal and Final Thoughts
About the Guests:
Joe Klein, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, is an Associate Professor in Communication Sciences and Disorders at Eastern Washington University in Spokane, WA. Joe has published articles and presented nationally and internationally about stuttering and people who stutter. Joe is co-director of the Successful Stuttering Management Program, an intensive residential therapy program for teenagers and adults who stutter.
Holly Klein, M.S., CCC-SLP, has been a school speech-language pathologist for 25 years. She serves as a middle school SLP for the Spokane Public School system in Spokane, WA.
Promoting Hearing Aid Use and Self-Advocacy in Children Who Are Hard of Hearing with Meaghan Foody
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09/04/24 • 62 min
Guest: Meaghan Foody, MS, CCC-SLP - Join us to explore and discuss topics related to aural rehabilitation from the age of implantation/hearing aid fitting through adolescence. We will discuss key factors that predict hearing aid usage, gain insight into developing personalized therapy goals, and discover practical strategies to help your students communicate their needs and rights in order to foster greater independence and self-advocacy skills.
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FAQ
How many episodes does School of Speech have?
School of Speech currently has 50 episodes available.
What topics does School of Speech cover?
The podcast is about Courses, Podcasts, Education, Social Sciences and Science.
What is the most popular episode on School of Speech?
The episode title 'Curricular Integration: A Time-Saving Strategy for School-Based SLPs with Christina Bradburn' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on School of Speech?
The average episode length on School of Speech is 65 minutes.
How often are episodes of School of Speech released?
Episodes of School of Speech are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of School of Speech?
The first episode of School of Speech was released on Jul 25, 2024.
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