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An Alternative Non-Traditional Approach to Learning: The Metacognitive-Mapping Approach

South African Journal of Communication Disorders, 1998
The current article is a continuation of a previous article (Leaf, Uys Louw 1997) suggesting that alternatives to the current traditional perceptions of learning and therapeutic methods are essential if learning institutions are to enable learners to ...
Caroline M. Leaf, Brenda Louw, Isabel C. Uys   +2 more
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A technology prototype system for rating therapist empathy from audio recordings in addiction counseling [PDF]

PeerJ Computer Science, 2016
Scaling up psychotherapy services such as for addiction counseling is a critical societal need. One challenge is ensuring quality of therapy, due to the heavy cost of manual observational assessment. This work proposes a speech technology-based system to
Bo Xiao, Chewei Huang, Zac E. Imel, David C. Atkins, Panayiotis Georgiou, Shrikanth S. Narayanan   +5 more
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Specific Language Impairment (SLI): The Internet Ralli Campaign to Raise Awareness of SLI

Psychology of Language and Communication, 2014
In this short article, we discuss what is specific language impairment (SLI) and why it is a hidden disability that few people have heard about. We describe the impact on research, policy and practice of SLI being a neglected condition.
Conti-Ramsden Gina, Bishop Dorothy V. M., Clark Becky, Norbury Courtenay Frazier, Snowling Margaret J.   +4 more
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Functional Impact of Tinnitus in Patients with Hearing Loss

International Archives of Otorhinolaryngology, 2020
Introduction Tinnitus, which is considered the third worst symptom for humans, is a common complaint among people living with hearing loss and may negatively affect the quality of life of those who have it.
Erika Barioni Mantello, Luciana de Mata Lupoli, Paula Cantarella de Padua Rodrigues, Juliana Maria Soares Cavalcante, Eduardo Tanaka Massuda, Adriana Ribeiro Tavares Anastasio   +5 more
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"Rate My Therapist": Automated Detection of Empathy in Drug and Alcohol Counseling via Speech and Language Processing

PLoS ONE, 2015
The technology for evaluating patient-provider interactions in psychotherapy–observational coding–has not changed in 70 years. It is labor-intensive, error prone, and expensive, limiting its use in evaluating psychotherapy in the real world.
Bo Xiao, Zac E. Imel, P. Georgiou, David C. Atkins, Shrikanth S. Narayanan   +4 more
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Shaping a research-driven future for speech-language therapy and audiology in South Africa

South African Journal of Communication Disorders
No abstract available.
Anita Edwards, Anna-Mari Olivier, Faheema Mahomed-Asmail, Jeannie van der Linde   +3 more
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ENVIRONMENTAL RISK FACTORS IN A CHILDREN WITH DYSLEXIA

Research in Education and Rehabilitation
The aim of this study was to analyze various environmental factors influencing dyslexia to enhance our understanding of its risk factors, including the exposure of mothers of dyslexic children to potential negative developmental
Mirela Duranovic, Lidija Kobelja, Matea Andrejaš   +2 more
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Speech and language assessment in adult cochlear implant candidates and users

Listy klinicke logopedie, 2020
In the Czech literature there is a lack of information about speech and language assessment in adult cochlear implant (CI) candidates and users.
Lucie Nohová, Julie Čefelínová
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Reflective practice across speech and language therapy and education: a protocol for an integrative review [version 2; peer review: 3 approved]

HRB Open Research, 2022
Effective co-practice is considered a linchpin of inclusive education. Speech and language therapists (SLT), in collaboration with teachers, are amongst the professionals who have a role in ensuring inclusion for students. The challenges of collaboration
Aoife L. Gallagher, Carol-Anne Murphy, Jessica McCluskey   +2 more
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Specific interactions of the english language teacher and the logopedist when working with bilingual children [PDF]

SHS Web of Conferences, 2020
The article examines the specifics of the interaction between an English teacher and a speech therapist within the educational process; substantiated the specifics of constructing binary lessons; the peculiarity of the formation of knowledge assimilation
Demidova A.P., Zinovieva V.N., Petrunina L.S.   +2 more
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