Language Disorders in Children: Fundamental Concepts of Assessment and Intervention, Third Edition

Language Disorders in Children: Fundamental Concepts of Assessment and Intervention, Third Edition

Now published by Plural, this modernized third edition of Language Disorders in Children: Fundamental Concepts of Assessment and Intervention offers a comprehensive overview of language disorders in children for speech-language pathology students. The expert authors bring together decades of clinical experience and pedagogical expertise to create a comprehensive resource with instructional strategies and clinical applications, enhanced with numerous activities, discussions, and case studies that promote critical thinking. This edition introduces a groundbreaking model that utilizes a story-based approach to explain the dimensions of choosing and developing interventions. This method engages students in a thought experiment that illuminates the nuances of clinical decision-making, particularly for children with developmental language disorder, autism, and other developmental disabilities. The book revisits and expands upon the well-regarded five communication subdomains framework, providing a clear and structured approach to understanding language development from early pragmatic skills to advanced discourse. New to the Third Edition New coauthor, Victoria S. Henbest, PhD, CCC-SLP - A color layout with refreshed illustrations to enhance visual comprehension - Increased emphasis on multicultural considerations in assessment and treatment of child language disorders - Added content on the use of technology in clinical practice - Additional class activities and discussions to facilitate clinical thinking skills - Updated ancillary resources for instructor and students Key Features A two-step approach to language sample analysis is presented with clarifying case studies, figures, and directions for completing a language sample - Chapter overview questions at the beginning of chapters serve as a road map for students - QR codes direct readers to helpful video clips and web resources - Boxed focus points effectively communicate the most crucial aspects of the text - Bolded key terms and a comprehensive glossary help improve retention of the material - Case studies and discussion and in-class activities encourage students to delve deeper into the material - Concise chapter summaries end each chapter to reinforce key takeways - Appendices containing valuable supplementary materials such as worksheets, case studies, language analyses guides, standard score interpretation tutorial, and assessment reports “I am very excited about this new edition and look forward to integrating it into my course. I love the clinical relevance, the addition of so many needed topics such as dynamic assessment, multicultural aspects throughout, clinical decision making for the beginner clinician, and technology (apps, telepractice, etc). I love the integration of assessments throughout the chapters on specific disorders; that is extremely helpful and applicable for undergraduate students. …Inclusion of multicultural aspects, school-based issues and standards, and telepractice are wonderful additions to this text. …Beginning students need to have a clear clinical text that is backed by research and this text delivers just that!” —Pamela Bankston, MS, CCC-SLP Instructor/Clinical Supervisor Master of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders Southeastern Louisiana University “The book remains well organized and follows a logical progression. …The new addition of case studies to each chapter will be a benefit. The citations are current and applicable. The textbook covers all relevant general information and covers several special populations. …The author sought out expertise from professionals in the field in the special populations section. The book is easy to read which makes it easy to stay engaged with the content. I find it reads as though the author is talking to me and not just reiterating facts.” —Jenn Glassman, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, CHES Associate Professor, Speech-Language Pathology Department of Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences The University of Toledo “I like this book because of the focus on critical thinking. It is essential to look at language with multiple perspectives and goals. The explicit use of these concepts, not just in chapter 4 (Decision Making in Assessment and Intervention), but throughout, is essential. …This book is now updated in crucial areas, DLD and ASD for sure. I think that the peer and parent aspects are also key for young learners.” —Michelle L. Ivey, PhD, CCC-SLP Instructional Associate Professor Communication Sciences and Disorders University of Houston “…Chapter 4 on decision making is amazing! …Examples of what to say to families in the assessment review is awesome. …The in-class activities and discussions are really great. …All the info on the school system is wonderful. …Great integration of EBP into the chapters where they were appropriate.” —Leah Beekman, PhD, CCC-SLP Clinical Assistant Profssor Communication Sciences and Disorders Chapman University “One of th