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October 15, 2024 25 mins

In this episode of the ECE Classroom Podcast, host Susie Beghin speaks with Mary Plain, a speech and language pathologist from Hello Speech. They discuss the importance of early identification of speech delays in children, strategies for educators to support language development, and how to approach parents about potential concerns. Mary emphasizes the distinction between speech and language, the significance of early intervention, and the resources available for educators and parents to enhance communication skills in children.

Susie further explores the differences between speech and language and emphasizes the importance of language development in early childhood education. She highlights the impact of daycare programs on speech and language development and the benefits of a classroom environment. She emphasizes the importance of early intervention and the de-stigmatization of speech and language services in education.


Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Overview of Hello Speech Developmental Services

02:15 Identifying Speech Delays in Early Childhood Education

06:25 Approaching Parents About Speech Services

10:10 Strategies for Supporting Children with Speech Delays

11:56 Understanding the Difference Between Speech and Language

16:45 Enhancing Communication with Visual Aids and Sign Language

20:52 The Impact of Daycare Programs on Speech and Language Development

22:54 Looking Beyond Words: Assessing Communication in Children


About Mary Plain (Hello Speech)

Mary Plain is a Master’s level Speech-Language Pathologist and is registered with the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario (CASLPO). Since 2005, she has been practicing with specialties in the areas of Autism Spectrum Disorder, Motor Speech Disorders, Social-Communication challenges, Late Talkers, and Language Disorders.

www.hellospeechgta.com

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