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    [EYMP 5.1] Understand the importance of speech, language and communication for children’s overall development. 1.1 Explain each of the terms: 1.1a Speech The word speech when used in relation to children and young people’s development literally means the act of speaking, verbal communication, or to express thoughts, feelings, or ideas. 1.1b Language The term language refers to an understood, systematic arrangement of signs, symbols and gestures used to communicate. 1.1c Communication

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    As seen, speech-language pathologists can be employed around the nation, and for that reason the salary of a speech-language can be based on the their background, experience, work setting and geographical location (The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, 1997-2016). According to the “Occupational Outlook Handbook” the average annual wage for speech-language pathologist in May 2015 was $73,410 (Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, 2015). At the same time, facts from May

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    The second limitation that Speech-Language Pathologists deal with when working with families is educating families. Janice Swanson, a Speech-Language Pathologist in Lincoln, NE, works with families both in a research setting through the University and also a healthcare setting through Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital. Swanson says that she engages families in their child’s therapy by educating them. She said that she provides them with strategies that they can use at home to continue to make improvements

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    Speech Language Pathologists (SLP) are professionals who diagnose and treat patients who have difficulty with language and speech. Patients have a speech disorder if they have trouble generating proper or fluent speech sounds. A person who has problems with resonance also has a speech disorder. A SLP teaches patients with speech disorders how to coordinate the muscles in their mouth to pronounce certain sounds. Patients with language disorders have difficulty expressing their own ideas or understanding

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    How often do purpose, passion, and profession come together? Pursing an advanced degree in Speech Language Pathology would consummate my plans of positively impacting the lives of others throughout the world. I have encountered many personal influences that have shaped my perspective; these influences have also driven me to perform excellence on a graduate level. In my profession, my aspiration is to improve the quality of someone’s life. My recent experiences involve volunteer work, research

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    Ironically, most of the language theorists and pioneers in the field of communication sciences and disorders were men; and today men are seen as a rarity. The American Speech Language and Hearing Association reported in 2013 that only 3.7% of speech language pathologists (SLPs) in the field are males (ASHA, 2013). The lack of men in the field has created some concern, because the main goal

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    are from and which country you are in right now, it is not easy when you are trying to communicate with foreigners in your non-native language. It really isn’t. Although I can speak and write in English pretty well now, I’ve been through so many situations where I did not understand English words at all and I’ve made so many mistakes due to the cultural and language differences. The first time you are exposed to a different culture is the worst. If you have not experienced this before, let me tell

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    English language has grown to become one of the world’s most learned languages. English is taught in nearly every country around the world, and every country values English differently. Some countries view English as a key to academic success; others view it as a means for social growth and prosperity. Historically, Taiwan has viewed English in a positive light, utilizing

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    Endangered Languages. Abhishek Chemudu 1310110112 ca327@snu.edu.in Contents. 1. Introduction. - Page 3 2. Endangered Languages. - Page 4 3. Scenario of endangered languages around the globe. - Page 5 4. Estimating degree of endangerment. - Page 6 5. Factors contributing to the estimation of the degree of endangerment. - Page 6 6. Causes for Language endangerment. - Page 7 Natural Catastrophes, Famine, Disease. - Page 7 War and Genocide. - Page 7 Political Repression. - Page 7

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    Speech On Body Language

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    stuff that we do or say that’s wrong. Sometimes our body language speaks volumes. Men have major body language. We know how to make sure other people know that we aren’t paying attention. We can sit in front of somebody and they are talking to us, and we have this blank look on our face and we’re shifting in our seat. We make our feelings clear when someone asks, “Can I talk to you for a minute?” We make it clear through our body language that “You are invading my space and I don’t want to do this

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