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Online ASHA Approved Continuing Education Course
Available January 1, 2007 through July 24, 2009

Retrieval Strategies for Word Finding Difficulties
Diane German, Ph.D., Instructor


Course Description
This ASHA approved Online CEU course is focused on Retrieval Strategy Instruction for learners with Word Finding Difficulties. First, stages of word finding and corresponding error patterns observed in learners with word finding difficulties are described. Next, a three fold program model for word finding intervention is presented. Third, a detailed discussion of Program Area 1, Retrieval Strategy instruction is shared. Lastly, a model for implementing a dual focus vocabulary lesson (teaching meanings and applying retrieval strategies to classroom vocabulary) along with IEP objectives for Retrieval Strategy Instruction is explained. Outcomes for this CEU course are listed below.

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Learner Outcomes
Unit 1. Participants will be able to describe the stages in word finding and corresponding word finding error patterns.
Unit 2. Participants will be able to plan and use a three-fold program model for word finding intervention.
Unit 3. Participants will be able to match specific retrieval strategies to word finding error patterns.
Unit 4. Participants will be able to apply retrieval strategies to academic vocabulary.
Unit 5. Participants will be able to write IEP objectives and benchmarks for word finding.

Offered by Word Finding Materials, Inc.
Word Finding Materials, Inc. is approved by the Continuing Education Board of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) to offer continuing education activities in speech-language pathology and audiology. This program is offered for .3 CEUs (Intermediate level; Professional area). ASHA approval of CE Provider status does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products, or clinical procedures.

This course is listed on the ASHA.org website.

To Enroll
Click here to enroll in this course. After enrolling in the course you will be sent your log in information. You will have anytime access to your CEU course for 30 days. Upon completion you will receive .3 ASHA CEUs.

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