Each student moves from learning correct oral motor movement to ultimately producing all sounds correctly in conversational contexts. I consult with teachers and other professionals in order to determine an appropriate plan for these children to improve communication in social and academic contexts throughout the schoolday. My ultimate goal is to stabilize and facilitate retention of the communication skills taught. Ms. Taylor I primarily work with 2nd through 5th grade students on language skills involved in reading, writing, and spelling, as well as comprehension of oral and written language. Phonemic sequencing and symbol imagery are used for visualization of letters, syllables, and words.
Visual imagery is a powerful key to understanding.
Emphasis is also placed on the appropriate use of language interactions with peers and adults. This includes eye contact, listening, turn taking, maintaining topic, and appropriate responses to the speaker. To effectively communicate, we must realize that we are all different in the way we perceive the world and use this understanding as a guide to our communication with others.