Relevant Articulation Therapy Ideas for Older Students

SLP Coffee Talk

In this episode, Hallie shares creative and fun strategies to engage older students (grades 4-12) in articulation therapy. These students have been through years of speech therapy, and it's time to shake things up! From podcast creation to role-playing games, Hallie breaks down five easy-to-implement activities that will keep students motivated and make articulation practice exciting again. Tune in to discover how to make speech therapy both relevant and enjoyable!
Bullet Points to Discuss:

• Podcast Creation
• Role-Playing Games
• YouTube Video Reviews
• Speech Competitions
• Tailored Interests
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Here’s what we learned:

• Students can script, record, and self-assess their articulation through dynamic podcast projects.
• Use games like Dungeons and Dragons to weave articulation targets into fun, interactive scenarios.
• Encourage students to articulate clearly while reviewing their favorite videos or topics.
• Create speech challenges and debates to build confidence and practice articulation in a fun, competitive setting.
• Incorporate students' hobbies like gaming, sports, or social media into speech activities for maximum engagement.

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