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Peer reviewedBedrosian, Jan L. – Topics in Language Disorders, 1993
Procedures are discussed for collecting the conversational samples needed to conduct a topic assessment in the communication of adults with mild to moderate mental retardation. A framework for analyzing topic initiations, topic maintenance, and topic changes or disruptions is explained via transcripts illustrating various types of topic…
Descriptors: Adults, Communication Skills, Discourse Analysis, Evaluation Methods
Peer reviewedSingleton, Jenny L.; Supalla, Samuel; Litchfield, Sharon; Schley, Sara – Topics in Language Disorders, 1998
Critically examines the traditional notion of American Sign Language/English bilingualism. This model is contrasted with the "ASL/English as a spoken language" bilingual model in which the modality constraints facing the deaf child are presented as the fundamental issue for ASL/English bilingualism. Empirical and applied research supporting the…
Descriptors: American Sign Language, Bilingual Education, Deafness, English (Second Language)
Peer reviewedWilcox, M. Jeanne; Hadley, Pamela A.; Bacon, Catherine K. – Topics in Language Disorders, 1998
Addresses issues in the persistent gaps between the generation and use of scientific knowledge in educational and therapeutic practices in language disorders. Two science-practice linkage models are discussed for applicability to improved practice. Strategies for integrating research with practice are considered, with case studies illustrating the…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Interprofessional Relationship, Language Impairments, Language Research
