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Speech-Language Pathologists' Feelings and Attitudes Towards the Use of Apps in a School-Based Setting

Smith, Erika Marie
http://orcid.org/0000-0001-5560-1493
http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=miami1619097199345473

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2021, Master of Arts, Miami University, Speech Pathology and Audiology.
Thousands of technological apps have emerged in the past decade. Little research has been done to examine how apps are used by speech-language pathologists (SLPs), their effectiveness, and feelings regarding their use. SLPs must consider current research as a principle of evidenced-based practice when integrating technology into speech and language service delivery. The current study investigates SLPs pattern of app use and feelings towards their use in a school setting. This study aims to uncover correlations between app use and these feelings, as well as considerations made by SLPs prior to implementing apps in their sessions. A survey was distributed to school-based SLPs in Ohio, yielding 69 valid responses. Results showed 77% of SLPs reported using apps in their treatment sessions. SLPs reported generally positive feelings regarding the use of apps. SLPs considered factors such as age, cognitive ability, and disorder of the students with whom they are using apps. For the SLPs who reported not using apps, the most common reasons were personal preference and price. Results of this study carry clinical implications for evidence-based practice as the age of technology continues to develop. These results warrant future research on the efficacy and effectiveness of apps in school settings.
Arnold Olszewski, Ph.D., CCC-SLP (Advisor)
Amber Franklin, Ph.D., CCC-SLP (Committee Member)
Gerard Poll, Ph.D., CCC-SLP (Committee Member)
51 p.
Speech Therapy
apps; applications; speech language pathology; speech therapy; school; technology; evidence-based practice; cultural diversity; linguistic diversity; app use; language disorder; speech disorder; survey

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  • Smith, E. M. (2021). Speech-Language Pathologists' Feelings and Attitudes Towards the Use of Apps in a School-Based Setting [Master's thesis, Miami University]. OhioLINK Electronic Theses and Dissertations Center. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=miami1619097199345473

    APA Style (7th edition)

  • Smith, Erika. Speech-Language Pathologists' Feelings and Attitudes Towards the Use of Apps in a School-Based Setting. 2021. Miami University, Master's thesis. OhioLINK Electronic Theses and Dissertations Center, http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=miami1619097199345473.

    MLA Style (8th edition)

  • Smith, Erika. "Speech-Language Pathologists' Feelings and Attitudes Towards the Use of Apps in a School-Based Setting." Master's thesis, Miami University, 2021. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=miami1619097199345473

    Chicago Manual of Style (17th edition)

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