ABLL2402: Reading the Research: Predictors of Vocabulary Growth in Children With Autism
Welcome to Reading the Research: Predictors of Expressive Vocabulary Growth in Children with Autism.
This self-paced, text-based course, reviews “Predictors of Expressive Vocabulary Growth in Children With Autism.” Participants will learn about the varied trajectories of language development in this population and the importance of assessing and targeting these prelinguistic behaviors to support language development in children with autism. This can inform assessment and intervention.
The citation for this article is:
Smith, V., & Mirenda, P. (2007). Predictors of Vocabulary Growth in Children With Autism. Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research, 50(2), 149–160. DOI: 10.1044/1092-4388(2007/013)
The article is available for subscribers at ASHA Wire and for free at Research Gate.
Learner Outcomes
At the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Describe the variability in expressive vocabulary development in children with autism.
- Identify prelinguistic skills that are predictors of language development in children with autism.
Course Outline
- Introduction (898 words)
- Reading (9519 words)
- Discussion (1370 words)
- Learner Assessment (225 words)
- Course Evaluation (314 words)
Target Audience: School-Based Speech-Language Pathologists
Satisfactory Completion: Quiz/Exam with a score of 80% or higher.
Presenter Bio & Disclosures: Suzanne Fabel, CCC-SLP, CAGS, is a Speech-Language Pathologist and supervisor with over twenty years of experience. She has worked with hundreds of Speech-Language Pathologists, clients, and caregivers in the New York City area. Her current mission is to empower Spotlight Professional Learning readers to thrive personally and professionally through life-long learning.
Financial: Suzanne Fabel receives a commission for products and resources purchased through SpotlightPL.com. Suzanne is also a salaried employee of the New York City Public Schools. Nonfinancial: Suzanne Fabel has no relevant nonfinancial relationships to disclose.
Program History and CE Information: Content origination date: June 10, 2024 End date: December 31, 2024
Please email Suzanne@SpotlightPL.com for accommodations, cancellations, and refunds.
