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Biography: I am enrolled in a 2-year Clinical Masters program in Speech-Language Pathology at the University of Toronto. I hold an undergraduate degree in Linguistics (University of Toronto), and have work experience in the speech technology sector (text-to-speech and spech recognition). "Take AACtion!" (S. Green, A. Kelly, & P. Rahn, 2005), a website addressing faciltitation of communication with persons who use augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), is available at www.speakingdifferently.org. Currently, I am pursuing a study with Dr. Alice Eriks-Brophy which examines the development of articulation skills in children with hearing impairment.Future Interests: Not available. |
The language and culture of my heritage is passed on to me orally. it's a different way off learning than how I am taught at school. How do I keep my traditional culture alive while learning to read and being immersed in the majority culture?
Reading is the core of learning and staying in school . improving reading skills with young Aboriginal children can open up the doors to future prospects.