Tension To Triumph: Practical Solutions For The School-Based SLP With Dr. Marie Ireland School Of Speech podcast

Tension to Triumph: Practical Solutions for the School-Based SLP with Dr. Marie Ireland

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Guest: Marie Ireland, PhD, CCC-SLP, BCS-CL

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In this episode of School of Speech, host Carolyn Dolby brings on the distinguished Dr. Marie Ireland to discuss the nine major tensions faced by school-based Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs). Dr. Ireland shares her extensive journey from a school-based SLP to earning her PhD and provides valuable insights into navigating challenges in the field. The episode delves into the importance of understanding the law (IDEA), the need for accurate documentation of educational impact, and how to effectively collaborate with general education through strategies like MTSS and RTI. Additionally, Dr. Ireland emphasizes the significance of advocating for oneself and professional expertise without apology. This episode is packed with practical strategies and solutions that will leave you feeling informed and empowered.

Episode Timeline:

00:00 Introduction and Host Welcome

01:01 Guest Introduction: Dr. Marie Ireland

01:06 Dr. Ireland's Journey in Speech-Language Pathology

01:56 The Impact of Research and Collaboration

04:00 Understanding CHAT: Cultural and Historical Activity Theory

07:09 Exploring the Nine Major Tensions

11:58 Balancing Help and Legal Requirements

14:48 The Role of SLPs in Schools vs. Private Practice

17:52 Advocacy and Professional Identity

23:13 Addressing Cultural and Linguistic Diversity

26:37 Understanding Disabilities vs. Differences

27:32 Empowering SLPs: Advocacy and Conflict Resolution

33:22 The Importance of Data and Legal Knowledge

36:11 Building Relationships with General Education

50:52 Concluding Thoughts and Next Steps

About the Guest: Marie Ireland, PhD, CCC-SLP, BCS-CL is a Board-Certified Specialist in Child Language (BCS-CL). She has served as ASHA’s Vice President of SLP Practice (2018-2020) and on the executive board of the State Education Agencies Communication Disabilities Council. Her areas of interest include child language, evidence-based assessment, and dynamic assessment. She received an editor’s award in 2013 and 2021 for articles on evidence-based practice in the schools and has published works on SLP practice in the schools.

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