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Empowering Future SLPs: Intergenerational Bonding as a Pathway to Career Readiness

Empowering Future SLPs: Intergenerational Bonding as a Pathway to Career Readiness

As a practitioner in the field of Speech-Language Pathology (SLP), staying updated with the latest research and implementing evidence-based practices is essential for providing the best outcomes for your clients. One such groundbreaking study, "INTERGENERATIONAL BONDING: A PATHWAY TO CAREER READINESS IN SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY GRADUATE STUDENTS," offers valuable insights into how intergenerational bonding can enhance career readiness for graduate students in SLP. This blog will explore the key findings of this research and provide actionable steps for practitioners to improve their skills and outcomes by integrating these findings into their practice.

Key Findings from the Research

The study conducted by Ghazi-Saidi and McKelvey (2023) at the University of Nebraska at Kearney introduces an innovative experiential learning activity for SLP graduate students. The program involves cognitive intervention provided to older adults via telepractice, fostering intergenerational interactions. Here are some of the critical outcomes of the study:

Implementing the Findings in Your Practice

Based on the research outcomes, here are some strategies you can implement to enhance your skills and improve client outcomes:

1. Foster Intergenerational Bonding

Integrate activities that promote interactions between different generations. This could involve organizing community events where children and older adults can engage in joint activities, or setting up telepractice sessions that allow for intergenerational communication.

2. Utilize Telepractice for Cognitive Interventions

Leverage telepractice to provide cognitive interventions to older adults. This not only expands your reach but also provides valuable real-life interaction opportunities for students or new practitioners in your practice.

3. Measure Competency and Performance

Regularly assess the competency and performance of students or new practitioners in your practice. Use pre and post-intervention surveys to gauge their progress and identify areas for improvement.

4. Encourage Ownership of Learning

Create an environment that encourages practitioners to take ownership of their learning. This could involve setting personal goals, providing access to resources, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Encouraging Further Research

While the study provides a robust framework for enhancing career readiness through intergenerational bonding, it also opens the door for further research. Practitioners are encouraged to:

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: INTERGENERATIONAL BONDING: A PATHWAY TO CAREER READINESS IN SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY GRADUATE STUDENTS.


Citation: Ghazi-Saidi, L., & McKelvey, M. (2023). Intergenerational Bonding: A Pathway to Career Readiness in Speech Language Pathology Graduate Students. Innovation in Aging, 7(Suppl 1), 144-145. https://doi.org/10.1093/geroni/igad104.0473
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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