Diverse Voices In Speech A Guide For Speech Language Pathologists In Serving Diverse Communities

Diverse Voices in Speech: A Guide for Speech-Language Pathologists in Serving Diverse Communities

Pasquale De Marco’s Diverse Voices in Speech: A Guide for Speech-Language Pathologists in Serving Diverse Communities is an indispensable guide for speech-language pathologists (SLPs) who work with clients from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. With its comprehensive coverage of cultural and linguistic diversity, this book provides SLPs with the knowledge and skills they need to provide effective services to clients from all walks of life. The book begins by introducing the concept of cultural and linguistic diversity and its impact on communication. It then delves into the various assessment and evaluation techniques that can be used to assess clients from diverse backgrounds. The book also discusses language development and disorders in diverse populations, as well as speech sound disorders, voice and fluency disorders, and augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). Additionally, the book addresses cultural and linguistic factors in stuttering, aphasia, cognitive-communication disorders, and swallowing disorders. Throughout the book, Pasquale De Marco emphasizes the importance of cultural competence and sensitivity in providing speech-language pathology services. They also provide practical strategies and resources that SLPs can use to improve their cultural competence and provide more effective services to diverse populations. With its clear and concise writing style, Diverse Voices in Speech is an accessible and informative resource for SLPs at all levels of experience. It is an essential resource for SLPs who want to provide culturally and linguistically appropriate services to their clients. If you like this book, write a review!

The Applied Studio Model in Higher Music Education

This book presents an examination of the applied music studio as part of higher education. Applied music studios are where students learn an instrument or voice in one-to-one settings with high-level musician teachers. This book reconceptualizes this teaching model within higher education, and it provides a critical lens, seated in current research provided by a diverse and highly influential set of researcher authors. It provides expert suggestions for improved teaching and learning practices in the applied music studio for readers who may be teachers themselves. It may also provide direction for leaders, directors, and department chairs who oversee the quality of applied music studio settings in the respective higher education units. The key feature of this book is that each chapter will explore new and relevant research, bringing new knowledge to the reader. Each chapter will also suggest relevant applied music studio practices and opportunities based on this targeted research literature. The primary audience for this book would be applied music studio teachers who engage in teaching within the applied music studio, offering suggestions for higher education and private teaching. A secondary audience would be music education researchers at all levels and who have an interest in contemporary thinking relevant to the applied music studio, as well as those interested in the master-apprentice format for learning in any field. Additionally, directors and chairs of music units globally in higher education would find this book helpful in guiding practice in the applied music studio within higher education settings.

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