Speech Language Pathology Resources

Complexity Approach Resources (Phonemic)

Sonority Sequencing Principle for Clusters (SSPC)
This resource displays a hierarchy of clusters that demonstrates that some clusters are more complex than others and that these should be targeted to create the most change.

High-Frequency Word List
This is a comprehensive word list that includes high-frequency words and high- and low-density words (ideal for generalization).

Phonological Assessment and Therapy Target Identification
This document features the steps discussed above for clinicians to fully describe each child’s phonological system.

Phonological Disorders In Children: Clinical Decision Making In Assessment and Intervention
This comprehensive resource offers cutting-edge research from the field's top phonologists. In particular, Dr. A. Lynn Williams offered the following astute advice in her chapter entitled "From Developmental Norms to Distance Metrics: Past, Present, and Future Directions for Target Selection Practices":

Any phonological intervention program should be structured to include the following goals:

1. Provide opportunities for the child to discover the rule(s) that are being trained

2. Provide focused practice on the new target(s) in order for them to become automatic

3. Provide the child with linguistic/communicative feedback with regard to the semantic meaning of the child’s production

4. Provide opportunities to practice the new target(s) in naturalistic play activities

Practitioners are encouraged to access this invaluable resource to learn more about current best practices.

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