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Book SynopsisWith many more exercises, writing samples, and online resources, Professional Writing in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, Fourth Edition is an excellent resource for students of communication sciences and disorders. Template for a journal article critique It is often used as a textbook for courses in professional writing, clinical methods, and professional issues. Throughout the text, the authors use anecdotal material, self-help questions, and humor to illustrate that learning to be a better professional writer does not require drudgery. The authors cover a spectrum of subjects related to professional writing, including, rules of writing (review of grammar, spelling, punctuation, semantics, and sentence structure), evidence-based writing and citing sources, ethics related to professional writing, writing diagnostic and clinical reports, and writing for professional career advancement. New to the Fourth Edition More exercises throughout the book Incorporates APA 7th edition style Reorganized for a greater flow of information: Combined the chapters on Evidence-Based Writing and Ethics of Professional Writing Combined the chapters on Referencing Resources and Internet Resources Book now ends with chapter 8 on professional presentations Expansion of English mechanics underlying syntax Inclusion of the 2023 revised version of the ASHA Code of Ethics Additional online resources for instructors and students Key Features Exercises in each chapter Numerous samples, including: Institutional Review Board Research Review Form Authorization of Release of Information Form Journal Article Critique Diagnostic Reports and Protocol Worksheets Therapy Goals and Progress Reports Types of Professional Correspondence Presentation Slides Resumes PluralPlus Online Ancillary Materials For instructors: Answer key to the exercises in the book, grading rubric for the FAUST assignment For students: Printable version of the chapter exercises in the book, exercises, and sample presentations
Table of ContentsIntroduction Chapter 1. Getting Started Beginnings of Speech-Language Pathology Beginnings of Audiology About the Deaf Community and Hearing Impairment Current Issues English Mechanics Parts of Speech Grammatical Morphemes Phrase Structure Rules Exercises References Chapter 2. Writing Rules Errors in Form Writing Form (Punctuation, Spelling, Grammatical Morphemes) Punctuation Spelling Grammatical Morphemes and Common Confusions Writing Content and Composition (Semantics, Sentence Structure) Exercises References Chapter 3. Professional Writing Part I. Evidence-Based Writing Writing a Professional Paper/Journal Article A. Title B. Abstract C. Introduction D. Methods E. Results F. Discussion and Conclusion G. References Template for a Journal Article Critique In-Class Assignment Part II. Ethics of Professional Writing The ASHA Code of Ethics Principle of Ethics I Principle of Ethics II Principle of Ethics III Principle of Ethics IV Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) Research With Human Participants The Belmont Report Human Participants Research Protection Training Conclusion Exercises of Part I. Evidence-Based Writing Exercises of Part II. Ethics of Professional Writing References Appendix 3–A. Sample Institutional Review Board Research Review Form Chapter 4. Referencing Resources History of the Library Collections Books Scholarly Journals Audiovisual Materials Microforms Services The Organization of Information: Catalogs and Databases Conducting a Search Interlibrary Loans/Reciprocal Library Privileges Reference Services Reserve Items Course Packs The Internet Internet Glossary: An Exercise in Futility Uses and Abuses Evaluating Internet Sources for Professional Writing Which Internet Resources Should We Use (And Which Should We Avoid)? Final Note Copyright Material Plagiarism Citing and Reporting References Writing References in APA Style: Review of Selected APA-Style (2020) Reference List and In-Text Citation Formats Exercises References Chapter 5. The Diagnostic Report Diagnostic Labeling Threats to Accurate Diagnosis Rules for Diagnosis Rule 1 Rule 2 Rule 3 Rule 4 Rule 5 Writing the Diagnostic Report The Logic of Report Writing The Diagnostic Report Format Guidelines for Writing Diagnostic Reports in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Writing Aspects Format Sections of the Diagnostic Report Report Drafts Writing the History Diagnostic Report Format — Speech and Language Referral Information Background Information Assessment Information Clinical Impressions Recommendations Diagnostic Protocol Worksheet — Speech and Language Referral Information Background Information Assessment Information Sample of Diagnostic Report Writing in Speech-Language Pathology Speech-Language Evaluation Report — Original Speech-Language Evaluation Report — Revised Version Diagnostic Report Format — Audiology History Assessment Information Clinical Impressions Recommendations Diagnostic Protocol Worksheet — Audiology History Assessment Information Sample of Diagnostic Report Writing in Audiology Audiologic Evaluation Report – Original Audiology Evaluation Report – Edited Exercises References Chapter 6. Clinical Goals, Reports, and Referrals Informed Consent and Permission Justification Informed Consent Form Permission Form Writing Clinical Observations Writing Goals for Therapy Types of Professional Reports I. Treatment (Therapy Session) Format Plan in Speech-Language Pathology II. Progress Report Guidelines for Writing Progress Reports in Speech-Language Pathology Progress Report: Writing Style Worksheet Edited Progress Report in Speech-Language Pathology III. Audiogram Form Report IV. Medical Chart Logs/Reports Professional Correspondence Professional Referrals/Sending Reports Sample Authorization of Release of Information Form Correspondence Via Electronic Media Letters to Professionals Cover Letters for Professional Reports Letters as Reports Exercises References Chapter 7. Writing for Professional Advancement Writing for Professional Advancement I. Resumes Do’s Don’ts Letterhead Education Certifications/Licenses Professional Experience Awards/Honors Publications Professional Presentations Research Professional Affiliations/Activities Skills References Sample Student Resume Format II. Cover Letters for Resumes Resume Cover Letter Format Sample Resume Cover Letter III. Portfolios Sample Portfolio Checklist of Clinical Work in Audiology Sample Portfolio Checklist of Clinical Work in Speech-Language Pathology IV. Professional Correspondence Via Electronic Media Sections of Formal Correspondence Sample Email Correspondence Multiple-Choice Tests The Stem The Options Graduate Record Examination (GRE®) Praxis® Examinations in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Exercises References Chapter 8. Writing for Professional Presentations Oral Presentations Preparing the Presentation Developing the Presentation Outlining the Presentation Delivering the Oral Presentation Computer-Generated Slide Presentations Creating Computer-Generated Slide Presentations Factors in Effective Presentation Delivery Tips for Delivering the Presentation Sample Computer-Generated Slide Presentation Professional Presentations I. The Poster Presentation II. The Platform Presentation III. The Short Course Exercises References Index
