Cozy chats about speech, language and learning
Recently, I took the 20Q: Neuroscience Applications for Differential Diagnosis and Intervention in School-Aged Children course on SpeechPathology.com, presented by Dr. Martha S. Burns. The course was a deep dive into how neuroscience informs our work as speech-language pathologists, particularly when diagnosing and intervening with…
One of the greatest misunderstandings in early childhood education is the belief that language development will happen naturally—even when environments are overstimulating, under-connected, and increasingly reliant on technology. But as we’re learning from both practice and science, language doesn’t simply “happen.” It is built, brick…
Inspired by Dr. Shelley Moore and the Life in the Balance Conference This past week, I had the privilege of attending the Life in the Balance conference, where I was reminded—not for the first time—of why I continue to be drawn to the work of…
In 1975, the Education for All Handicapped Children Act, also known as PL94-142, was passed for a major shift in the way education is looked at and accessed in America. Since then educators have made huge strides to ensure children of all kinds and backgrounds…
In 2000, the National Reading Panel (NRP) submitted their final report on the most effective methods for teaching children to read. The NRP’s findings are still used today as the basis for federal literacy policy, including “No Child Left Behind.” So what exactly are the…
As a speech and language pathologist or a teacher we need to use research to drive instruction. Recently on an emergency trip to the dentist, I complained that as I was getting older my teeth were falling apart and I lamented the aging process. However…
I am forever a student! One of my favorite ways to learn is through a website called speechpathology.com. It allows me to pick a topic that I am interested in and then also to pick how I want to learn that particular topic. Do I…