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From Sign to Word: Considering Modality Constraints in ASL/English Bilingual Education.
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Singleton, 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)
Linking Science and Practice in Management of Childhood Language Disorders: Models and Problem-Solving Strategies.
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Wilcox, 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
Research to Practice (and Back Again) in Speech-Language Intervention.
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Fey, Marc E.; Johnson, Bonnie W. – Topics in Language Disorders, 1998
Notes inherent differences between clinical practice and experimental research in speech-language intervention. It suggests that nonexperimental research can be a link between experimental investigation and clinical application. Both researchers and practicing professionals are urged to work in a complementary manner to develop effective…
Descriptors: Interprofessional Relationship, Intervention, Language Impairments, Language Research
Research-Practice Relationships in Speech-Language Pathology.
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Ingram, David – Topics in Language Disorders, 1998
Addresses three relationships between research and practice in speech-language pathology: (1) shared-interest communication; (2) research-driven communication; and (3) practice-driven communication. Recommendations for developing effective communication are offered. (Author/DB)
Descriptors: Communication (Thought Transfer), Communication Disorders, Communication Problems, Information Transfer
Some Guidelines for Bridging the Research-Practice Gap in Adult Neurogenic Communication Disorders.
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Holland, Audrey L. – Topics in Language Disorders, 1998
Examines factors influencing research-practice gaps in the assessment and treatment of adults with neurologic communication disorders. Both researchers and clinicians are urged to learn alternative research strategies, build partnerships, and take advantage of new information technologies. Strategies are suggested for directly applying, adapting,…
Descriptors: Adults, Communication Disorders, Evaluation Methods, Interprofessional Relationship
Evaluating Evaluations of Language Intervention.
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Imbens-Bailey, Alison L. – Topics in Language Disorders, 1998
Discusses how clinicians and researchers can critically evaluate information from efficacy studies of language intervention programs. It argues for combining both experimental and nonexperimental approaches and suggests that the use of matching in nonrandomized studies allows for comparison of groups of children participating in an intervention…
Descriptors: Evaluation Research, Experimental Groups, Intervention, Language Impairments