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Enhancing Speech-Language Pathology for Bilingual Children: Insights from Recent Research

Enhancing Speech-Language Pathology for Bilingual Children: Insights from Recent Research

In the field of speech-language pathology, accurate identification and intervention for developmental language disorders (DLD) in bilingual children is a critical challenge. The study "Identifying Developmental Language Disorders in French-Portuguese Bilingual Children: Resources Available to Speech-Language Pathologists" by Schwob and Skoruppa (2021) offers valuable insights into effective assessment practices. This blog aims to help practitioners enhance their skills by implementing the outcomes of this research or by encouraging further investigation.

Key Findings and Their Implications

The study assessed 31 French-Portuguese bilingual children aged 5;0 to 7;11 years, with 15 showing typical development (TD) and 16 identified with DLD. Various assessment modes were used, ranging from monolingual assessments to bilingual evaluations. Here are the critical findings:

Practical Applications for Clinicians

Based on these findings, speech-language pathologists can adopt several strategies to improve the accuracy of DLD identification in bilingual children:

Encouraging Further Research

While this study provides a solid foundation, further research is essential to refine these methods and explore additional tools. Areas for future investigation include:

In conclusion, the study by Schwob and Skoruppa (2021) offers valuable insights and practical recommendations for speech-language pathologists working with bilingual children. By incorporating these strategies, clinicians can enhance their diagnostic accuracy and provide more effective interventions.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: Identifying Developmental Language Disorders in French-Portuguese Bilingual Children: Resources Available to Speech-Language Pathologists.


Citation: Schwob, S., & Skoruppa, K. (2021). Identifying Developmental Language Disorders in French-Portuguese Bilingual Children: Resources Available to Speech-Language Pathologists. Canadian Journal of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, 45(4), 251-266.
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

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