SLPs & Teachers know: Child SEL starts with the parents’ calm. We must advocate for parental self-regulation training in prenatal care—it’s preventative public health! Learn how to help advocate today!
Does it feel like language skills are declining? The “brain rot” panic is as old as education! Discover why teachers in 1900 worried about novels just like we worry about TikTok. What’s the biggest difference you see?
The Generational Language Panic: Why ‘Brain Rot’ is as Old as Education Read Post »
Frustrated with the behavior of middle schoolers? Their brain is still developing key language and social skills! Learn how to help them navigate this awkward stage. What’s one challenge you’ve noticed with middle schoolers?
Middle School Language Development: What They Don’t Know May Surprise you! Read Post »
Are we teaching the language kids actually live in? It’s time for a glow-up! Discover a better way to teach non-literal language that’s relevant to today’s youth. What’s one idiom or slang term you’ve heard that stumped you?
Beyond “Spill the Beans”: Why Teaching Idioms Needs a Modern Glow-Up Read Post »
Think AI is magic? It’s not! Pull back the curtain and learn how AI actually works, from tokenization to text generation. What surprises you most about how AI functions?
AI & SLPs Series, Part 3: How These Tools Actually Work Read Post »
Don’t let inconsistent data make you second-guess your work! Your SLP expertise is key. Learn to recognize the human side of progress monitoring. How do you keep secondary students engaged?
Beyond the Numbers: Interpreting Progress with Heart Read Post »
You don’t have to have all the answers! Discover why modeling vulnerability and accepting mistakes can increase student engagement and improve outcomes. What’s one way you show students it’s okay not to be perfect?
Embracing Imperfection: Lessons Learned from 24 Years as an SLP Read Post »
A joke board? It’s not just for laughs! Learn how a simple whiteboard with a daily joke can build rapport, teach language skills, and make you a school-wide rockstar. What’s your go-to joke to share with students?
Why I had a joke board (And you should too) Read Post »
SLPs can be powerful advocates for change! This post shares how you can help authors, educators, and parents understand communication disorders to create a more inclusive world. What’s your favorite example of a character with a communication difference?
Data is a powerful tool! This post explains how spacing out data collection and using consistent probes can give you a better understanding of a student’s skills and make your therapy more effective. How do you feel about data collection in your practice?
Making Data Meaningful in Speech Therapy: How Often, When & Why Read Post »
