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Concept Mapping: A Game-Changer for Speech-Language Pathologists

Concept Mapping: A Game-Changer for Speech-Language Pathologists

As a speech-language pathologist (SLP) passionate about creating great outcomes for children, it's essential to continuously improve our skills and stay updated with the latest research. One promising methodology that can significantly enhance our practice is concept mapping. In this blog, we'll explore the research findings from the article "Concept Mapping as a Research Tool for Knowledge Users Engagement: A Tutorial" and how you can implement these insights in your work.

What is Concept Mapping?

Concept mapping is a mixed-methods research approach that helps groups develop a conceptual framework to guide evaluation or planning. It involves six sequential steps:

Why Should SLPs Care About Concept Mapping?

Engaging knowledge users (like clinicians) throughout the research process can reduce the gap between research and clinical practice. Concept mapping embodies several features of practice-based research, making it a valuable tool for SLPs. Here's why:

Implementing Concept Mapping in Your Practice

Here are some practical steps to integrate concept mapping into your work:

Encouraging Further Research

While concept mapping offers a structured approach to engaging knowledge users, it's just one of many methodologies available. As SLPs, we should always be open to exploring new research methods that can enhance our practice and improve outcomes for our clients.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: Concept Mapping as a Research Tool for Knowledge Users Engagement: A Tutorial


Citation: Kwok, E. Y. L., Glista, D., & Moodie, S. T. F. (2021). Concept Mapping as a Research Tool for Knowledge Users Engagement: A Tutorial. Canadian Journal of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, 45(4), 239-249. Retrieved from https://cjslpa.ca/files/2021_CJSLPA_Vol_45/No_4/CJSLPA_Vol_45_No_4_2021_1252.pdf
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

Author's Note: Marnee Brick, TinyEYE President, and her team collaborate to create our blogs. They share their insights and expertise in the field of Speech-Language Pathology, Online Therapy Services and Academic Research.

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