Abstract
Through an online survey conducted with 64 certified speech-language pathologists (SLPs) from 23 U.S. states, this study sheds light on the complex process of assessing language skills in school-aged children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The responses gathered reveal the significant challenges SLPs face, stemming from the vast diversity within the ASD spectrum. These insights strongly suggest a need for adopting assessment strategies that are not only more adaptable and thorough, but also deeply mindful of neurodiversity and the distinct communication skills present in children with ASD.
Faculty Advisor
Ran An
Department/Program
Communication Sciences and Disorders
Submission Type
in-person poster
Date
4-9-2024
Rights
Copyright the Author(s)
Recommended Citation
Sprague, McKayla M.; Callahan, Cassandra; Perrigo, Tyrell; and An, Ran
(2024)
"Assessing Language Abilities in School-age Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder: Practices of Speech-Language Pathologists,"
SACAD: John Heinrichs Scholarly and Creative Activity Days: Vol. 2024, Article 50.
Available at:
https://scholars.fhsu.edu/sacad/vol2024/iss2024/50