The Speech-Language-Pathologists Role in Literacy Education in Ohios Schools

Submitted By
Terri Farnham (
tfarnham@mt-vernon.k12.oh.us)

Comparing Speech-Language Pathologist and Teacher Roles in Literacy Instruction

Based upon their knowledge of development, linguistic processing, and multisensory instruction, speech-language pathologists can help teachers disseminate content knowledge to students with different learning profiles. Recognizing that teachers are the content experts, SLPs should recognize and be recognized that they are content delivery experts. (emphasis added)

 

Ukrainetz, T.A, and Fresquez, E. F. (2003). What isnt language? A qualitative study of the role of the school speech-language pathologist. Language, Speech, and Hearing Services in Schools, 34, 284-298. Retrieved April 19, 2008 from http://lshss.asha.org/cgi/reprint/34/4/284.pdf Used by permission.

 

 

Literacy: SLPs Play a Pivotal Role (ASHA public access)

 

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OMNIE - Ohio Masters Network Initiatives in Education