27 Nov Incorporating Music into Speech Therapy
Course Abstract:
Music is said to be a universal language. Not only can music breakdown barriers, but it can be a fun way to learn and enhance speech language skills. This presentation will discuss treatment strategies as well as tips for song selection that can be used in individual and group speech therapy sessions with children with CAS. In addition, the Speak N’ Move program at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh will be discussed and provided as an example of how to work on speech, language, and sequencing skills through the music and movement.
Presented By: Jennifer Rakers, MSLP, CCC-SLP, LSLS Cert. AVEd.
This course is offered for 0.15 ASHA CEU’s (Introductory level, Professional area)
Learning Objectives
- Identify the role that music plays in brain development.
- Describe the multidisciplinary approach used to facilitate movement with speech and spoken language.
- Describe the structure of the Speak N’ Move group and how it applies to teaching children with CAS.
- Explain what melodic intonation therapy is and how it can be used for children with CAS.
Timed Agenda
10 minutes – Music and the brain
15 minutes – Musical approaches to speech therapy (Melodic Intonation Therapy)
20 minutes – Speak N’ Move program
15 minutes – Selection of songs, rhymes, and activities
Course Abstract:
Music is said to be a universal language. Not only can music breakdown barriers, but it can be a fun way to learn and enhance speech language skills. This presentation will discuss treatment strategies as well as tips for song selection that can be used in individual and group speech therapy sessions with children with CAS. In addition, the Speak N’ Move program at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh will be discussed and provided as an example of how to work on speech, language, and sequencing skills through the music and movement.
Presented By: Jennifer Rakers, MSLP, CCC-SLP, LSLS Cert. AVEd.
This course is offered for 0.15 ASHA CEU’s (Introductory level, Professional area)
Learning Objectives
- Identify the role that music plays in brain development.
- Describe the multidisciplinary approach used to facilitate movement with speech and spoken language.
- Describe the structure of the Speak N’ Move group and how it applies to teaching children with CAS.
- Explain what melodic intonation therapy is and how it can be used for children with CAS.
Timed Agenda
10 minutes – Music and the brain
15 minutes – Musical approaches to speech therapy (Melodic Intonation Therapy)
20 minutes – Speak N’ Move program
15 minutes – Selection of songs, rhymes, and activities
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