MSHA Preliminary Program

There is a growing consensus of the impact of early language abilities on reading outcomes. However, the contributions of the various components of language to reading may change over the course of development, influenced by learning, attention, memory and environmental factors. In this short course, we will first review language-literacy connections at a behavioral level. Dr. Mody will then present neuroimaging evidence of different patterns of functional disruption in brain networks of children and adolescents with language and reading disorders and their relations to observed clinical/behavioral profiles. The significance of these findings for developing neurobiological models and marks of language-based disorders will be discussed, in the context of potential applications for improved diagnosis and intervention. A panel discussion, case-studies, and practical applications will be included.

There will be a 15 minute break during the session.

Welcome Reception: 8:00 -10:00 pm

Everyone Welcome! Hot hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar.

Friday, March 14, 2008

MSHA Annual Business Meeting & Continental Breakfast 7:30 am

Everyone Welcome! Continental Breakfast provided.

Short Course: 8:30 -11:45 am

Neuroplasticity, Technology, and the Changing “Face” of Aphasia Treatment

Invited Speaker: Leora R. Cherney, Ph.D., CCC-SLP

Dr. Cherney is a Senior Clinical Research Scientist at the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago, Illinois, where she directs the Center for Aphasia Research. She is an Associate Professor of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Northwestern University Medical School

.3 CEUs Instructional Level: Intermediate

This session examines issues affecting recovery and rehabilitation in aphasia, including treatment intensity. Several treatment procedures and their underlying theoretical rationale are reviewed, followed by examples of how technology can assist in more cost-effective delivery of these treatments. Discussion also focuses on the current state of evidence supporting computer treatment of aphasia.

There will be a 15 minute break during the session

Short Course: 8:30 - 11:45 am

The Power of Universal Design for Learning: Meeting ALL Students’ Needs

Invited Speakers: Maureen Staskowski, Ph.D., CCC-SLP; Sue Hardin, M.S.; and Patty Rondeau-Repka, M.S., CCC-SLP, Macomb Intermediate School District

.3 CEUs Instructional Level: Intermediate

Today’s students live in a digital world filled with WIKIs, MySpace, YouTube and more. So how can we capitalize on this techno-enthusiasm AND meet the needs of all learners in this climate of increasing standards? An educational framework has emerged that will do just that, Universal Design for Learning or UDL. Learn how we’ve harnessed the power of blogs, interactive e-text, video, podcasts, digital stories, and collaborative web tools to support ALL students’ language and learning needs. Hear more about the creation of an engaging, flexible, and collaborative curriculum. Leave with intervention ideas as well as a vision for how you can help your school develop a plan for UDL.

There will be a 15 minute break during the session

Short Course: 8:30 - 11:45 am

Head and Neck Cancer and the Speech-Language Pathologist: A Tutorial

Speakers: Marc Haxer, M.S., CCC-SLP, and Teresa H. Lyden, M.A., CCC-SLP,

University of Michigan Health System

.3 CEUs Instructional Level: Intermediate

Head and neck cancer patients do not comprise a large part of many speech-language pathologists’ caseloads. As such, knowledge of treatment modalities as well as post-treatment outcomes for this patient population may not be well understood. This presentation is designed to provide speech-language pathologists with a basic understanding of head and neck cancer including medical treatment modalities and intervention strategies for post treatment communication and swallowing functions.

There will be a 15 minute break during the session.

Short Course: 8:30 - 11:45 am

Speech and Deafness: An Update on Research and Methodology

Speaker: Dorothea B. French, Ph.D., Council on Education for the Deaf, Certified Auditory Verbal Therapist (AVT); Director, Redford Union Public Schools Oral Program

.3 CEUs Instructional Level: Intermediate

In this short course we will review speech intervention with deaf or hard-of-hearing students. Dr. French will present updates from traditional, rehabilitative practices in consideration of current research, early detection, cochlear implants, and current amplification options.

There will be a 15 minute break during the session.

Double MiniSeminar: 9:30 - 11:30 am

The Magic of Music

Speakers: Jody Wilfong, MT-BC, NMT; Chris Schneider, M.S., CCC-SLP, CBIS, CPCRT; and Derek O’Neal, M.S., Retired Military Officer/Client, Hope Network Lansing Rehabilitation Services

.2 CEUs Instructional Level: Introductory

The field of music therapy began after World Wars I & II. The very first music therapy degree program in the world was founded at Michigan State University in 1944. Learn more about the history of music therapy and its application in the field of speech-language pathology. Participate in some music therapy activities and hear an inspirational story about music in therapy and its power to touch the soul.

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Double-MiniSeminar: 9:30 -11:30 am

Play to Talk: Practical Strategies to Help Children with Autism and Other Late-Talking Conditions Join the Conversation*

Speaker: Pam Stoika, Ph.D., Integrated Development Services, Inc., Madison, Wisconsin

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MiniSeminar: 9:30 -10:30 am (Note: This session has been moved to Friday afternoon at 1:30 pm)

Grass Roots Advocacy for MSHA

Speaker: Stephanie Johnson-Wuttke, B.A., MSHA Legislative Advocate, Capitol Services, Inc.

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MSHA Awards Luncheon: 11:45 AM (You must pre-register for this Lunch. No tickets will be available on-site).

A delicious luncheon with a brief Keynote Address by a surprise guest! This will be followed by the presentation of MSHA Honors of the Association to Dr. Lizbeth Stevens, Eastern Michigan University; Program of the Year Award, and the MSHA Student Scholarship Awards.

Short Course: 1:30 - 4:45 pm

Autism and the Young Child: Language Development, Assessment, and Intervention

Speaker: Lynn M. Dudek, M.S., CCC-SLP, Ohio Center for Autism and Low Incidence

.3 CEUs Instructional Level: Intermediate

As the incidence of an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is now estimated to be 1 in 150, and referrals to speech-language pathologists are being made at ever earlier ages, it is critical that today’s speech-language pathologists are aware of best practices when it comes to the assessment and planning for children with an ASD. This short course will enable the speech-language pathologist to know the developmental milestones that are possible indicators of ASD, methods of assessment, and research supported intervention techniques.

There will be a 15 minute break during the session.

Double-MiniSeminar: 1:30 -3:30 pm

Impact of Technology on the Management of Voice, Speech, and Language Disorders

Speakers: Richard Merson, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, William Beaumont Hospital; Mary Berger, M.S., CCC-SLP and Marc Haxer, M.S., CCC-SLP, University of Michigan Health System; Alice Silbergleit, Ph.D., CCC-SLP and Susan M. Bowyers, Ph.D., Dept. Of Neurology, Henry Ford Hospital; Margaret Greenwald, Ph.D., Dept. of Neurology, Wayne State University; and Renee Lajiness-O’Neill, Ph.D., Dept. of Psychology, Eastern Michigan University

.2 CEUs Instructional Level: Intermediate

Assessment and treatment of voice disorders has become significantly influenced by the emergence of medical technology and computer digital applications. The presenters will identify the clinical application of Acoustic, Aerodynamic, Endoscopic, Fluoroscopic and imaging procedures that are used by speech-language pathologists in the diagnosis and treatment of adult and pediatric vocal pathology. Case presentations will highlight the clinical applications of these technologies.

Double-MiniSeminar: 1:30 -3:30 pm

Instrumentation for “Dummies”: Supporting Clinical Practice With Simple, Low-Cost Technology

Speakers: Stephen M. Tasko, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, Western Michigan University; and Donald S. Finan, Ph.D., Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences and the Center for Neuroscience, Developmental Speech Physiology Laboratory, University of Colorado at Boulder

.2 CEUs Instructional Level: Introductory

A common perception is that collecting high quality speech/voice recordings and performing instrumental analysis on them is time-consuming, requires expensive equipment and has questionable clinical utility. However, advances in hardware and software technology have helped remove many of these obstacles. Data collection and analysis procedures that in the past were limited to speech laboratories or large clinics can now be implemented in most clinical settings at a minimal expense. The primary goal of this session is to provide demonstrations and overview of simple, low-cost technology that may be used to streamline collection of clinical speech/voice samples, augment diagnostic decisions and support treatment outcomes.

Double-MiniSeminar: 1:30 -3:30 pm

Expanding Expression: A Multi-Sensory Tool for Oral and Written Expression*

Speaker: Sara L. Smith, M.S., CCC-SLP

.2 CEUs Instructional Level: Introductory

Note: This same class will also be offered on Saturday, from 1:30 - 3:30 in Glens 2.

Colleagues learn a treatment technique for improved language organization. A multisensory approach is used to facilitate more detailed descriptions and definitions. The tool targets oral expression, vocabulary comprehension, similarities and differences, written expression, associations, categorization, functions, and more. Included in this presentation will be an introduction of the program, instruction on how to use the treatment tool for small group and whole class instruction, and treatment ides. Participants will also learn how to collect baseline data and will engage in hands-on activities.

MiniSeminar: 1:30 -2:30 pm

Grass Roots Advocacy for MSHA

Speaker: Stephanie Johnson-Wuttke, B.A., MSHA Legislative Advocate, Capitol Services, Inc.

.1 CEUs Instructional Level: Introductory

During this session MSHA Lobbyist Stephanie Johnson-Wuttke, Capitol Services, Inc., will present information relative to current legislative issues, school-related issues including Medicaid reimbursement, and recent rulings regarding teacher tenure rules. Attendees will learn how they can advocate for their clients, students, and their profession. The MSHA Legislative Day 2008 will also be discussed. A question and answer opportunity will also be featured.

MiniSeminar: 2:30 -3:30 pm

Telehealth Applications in Speech-Language Pathology

Speakers: Jackie West-Frasier, M.S., OTR; Sandra Glista, M.S., CCC-SLP;

Erin Whipple, B.S.; Sarah Winkle, B.S.; and Carolyn Kennedy, B.S.,

Western Michigan University

.1 CEUs Instructional Level: Introductory

Telehealth is an emerging medium used in different clinical applications in the state of Michigan. The purpose of this miniseminar is to discuss the applications of telehealth in speech-language pathology by looking at several case studies done through Western Michigan University. This seminar will include a broad overview of why telehealth is being used, brief information about how it is being used in the allied health professions as a whole, and a look at where telehealth may be headed in the future. Several case examples will be used to discuss effectiveness and client satisfaction while using telehealth with clients with aphasia.

MiniSeminar: 3:30 -4:30 pm

Hearing Loss Prevention: Opportunities in Schools

Speaker: Greg Flamme, Ph.D., CCC-A, Certified Auditory Verbal Therapist (AVT), Western Michigan University

.1 CEUs Instructional Level: Intermediate

This course will examine hearing loss prevention and the opportunities available in public schools to implement these ideas.

MiniSeminar: 3:30 -4:30 pm

Clinical Applications of Stroke on Esophageal Speech

Speakers: Kathy Rigley-Rowell, M.A., CCC-SLP, and Melissa Witsil, MCD, CCC-SLP,

William Beaumont Hospital

.1 CEUs Instructional Level: Intermediate

Speech rehabilitation after total laryngectcomy has three main options, one of which is esophageal speech. This miniseminar will address one individual’s experience with esophageal speech and his eventual complications following a stroke. Clinical challenges of treating dysarthria and apraxia with esophageal speech along with the effects of co-morbidities and aging will be discussed.

MiniSeminar: 3:30 -4:30 pm

Predictors of Work-Related Stress Among Speech-Language Pathologists in School-Based Settings

Speaker: Lena G. Caesar, Ed.D., Ph.D., CCC-SLP, Andrews University, Berrien Springs; and Nickola W. Nelson, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, Western Michigan University

.1 CEUs Instructional Level: Intermediate

This presentation will address personnel issues related to school-based service delivery by providing information regarding SLPs’ perceptions about (a) sources of stress, and (b) the availability of social support in their work settings. Data for this study were obtained from responses to a statewide survey of public school clinicians in the state of Michigan conducted during the 2003-2004 academic year. Results of the study regarding levels of work stress SLPs experience, and the demographic, caseload and employment factors which are predictive of high levels of stress will be presented. Information regarding respondents’ access to social support in their work environment will also be shared. Implications regarding the impact of personnel and organizational factors on the critical shortage of school-based speech-language pathologists will be discussed.

MiniSeminar: 3:30 -4:30 pm

Workforce Needs: Survey Results From Michigan Special Education Administrators

Speakers: Sue Coughlin-Woods, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, Central Michigan University;

Sandra O. Glista, M.S., CCC-SLP, Western Michigan University;

and Members of the MSHA Workforce Committee

.1 CEUs Instructional Level: Intermediate

A survey of Michigan special education administrators was conducted to learn about their perceived need for speech-language pathologists in the schools. Questions were asked and answered concerning the following variables: a) recruitment methods; b) retention strategies; c) current, persisting, and anticipated vacancies; and d) number and level of preparation of current speech-language pathologists and/or teachers of the speech-language impaired. Results will be presented and discussion will follow.

Committee Meetings: Please check the MSHA Registration Table for additional meetings and/or locations.

Work Force Committee: 4:30 pm

Education of the Hearing Impaired: 4:45 pm

Community & Hospital Services: TBA

Public School Committee: TBA

Authors present for Poster Sessions 5:00 - 6:00 pm

Exhibition Hall

.1 CEU is available if you visit 4 Poster Sessions during the conference, for 15 minute intervals. Authors will be on hand to discuss their Poster Sessions on Friday from 5-6 pm. For a complete list of the Poster Sessions look to the end of the Preliminary Program.

Exhibitors’ Cocktail Party & Raffle 5:00 - 7:00 pm

Everyone Welcome! Cash bars begin at 5:00 pm. Exhibits Passport Prize Raffle begins at 6:00. 50/50 Raffle drawing on Saturday at 1:20 pm

Saturday, March 15, 2008

Short Course: 8:30 - 11:45 am

The Effects of Prenatal Alcohol Exposure and Maltreatment on Child Development Part 1

Invited Speakers: Yvette Hyter,Ph.D., CCC-SLP, James Henry, Ph.D., Ineke Way, Ph.D., Love Kiracof, MSW, and Ben Atchison, Ph.D.,OTR, Western Michigan University; Mark Sloane, D.O., Center for Behavioral Pediatrics in Kalamazoo; and Connie Black-Pond, MA, LPC, LMSW, Children’s Trauma Assessment Center (CTAC) of Southwest Michigan. This is the staff of the CTAC. The goal of the CTAC is to assess the impact to children following exposure to traumatic events. The target population is children, ages three months to 14 years, entering foster care due to experiences of child abuse and/or neglect. Children with other traumatic experiences are also considered for assessment.

.3 CEUs Instructional Level: Introductory

Note: Part 2 of this class will be Saturday, from 1:30 - 4:45 pm. These two short courses are designed to be sequential and therefore it is recommended that you take both sessions.

Many children in the U.S. are born having been exposed to alcohol in utero, and who also experience maltreatment (neglect and/or abuse). Both prenatal alcohol exposure and maltreatment, whether occurring alone or together, result in lifelong impairments that affect multiple developmental domains, including language, social communication, social cognition, executive functioning, sensory integration, and behavior. It is critically important for speech-language pathologists, audiologists, as well as health care providers and educators to understand the complexity of challenges faced by families and their children with histories of prenatal alcohol exposure and/or maltreatment. The purpose of this seminar is to explain the effects of these factors on child development.

There will be a 15 minute break during the session.

Short Course: 8:30 - 11:45 am

Providing High-Quality, Multi-Level Writing Instruction for Students Who Use Augmentative and Alternative Communication

Invited Speaker: Janet M. Sturm, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, Central Michigan University

.3 CEUs Instructional Level: Intermediate

Access to effective writing instruction for students who use Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) is critical to their literacy development and yet, best practices are not currently in place for these students. In this short course Dr. Sturm will describe the implementation of a comprehensive, high-quality writing program for students with mild to severe developmental disabilities and place special emphasis on those who use AAC. A Writer’s Workshop approach, paired with strategy instruction models, was used to target development of language, communication, and writing with these students. Dr. Sturm will show the links among state writing standards, IEP goals, high quality instruction, and writing outcomes.

There will be a 15 minute break during the session.

Short Course: 8:30 - 11:45 am

Telepractice in Speech/Language: An Innovative Service Delivery Model To Optimize Resources

Invited Speaker: Jeanne Juenger, M.S., CCC-SLP, Houston, Minnesota Public Schools, and Minnesota Virtual Speech and Language Program, and President of the Minnesota Speech-Language-Hearing Association

.3 CEUs Instructional Level: Intermediate

Telepractice in speech-language services is the application of telecommunications technology to deliver diagnostic and intervention services at a distance (ASHA, 2005). After nearly three years preparation, Ms. Juenger launched a Minnesota Department of Education-authorized telepractice in speech-language services, serving over 70 students across three school districts using readily-available technologies. Participants will explore the development of a telepractice service delivery model to meet the needs of remote/rural, urban, and suburban school districts with prolonged histories of difficult recruitment and retention of speech-language pathologists, employing discrete problem-solving parameters and a school selection rubric. In addition, the speaker will describe early efficacy outcomes of direct speech-language services delivered via readily-available videoconferencing and Web collaboration tools. Participants will observe recorded telepractice sessions with students to study the technologies and strategies designed to meet a variety of speech-language needs in a virtual environment. The presentation will close with a discussion of some limitations and benefits of this innovative service delivery model.

There will be a 15 minute break during the session.

Short Course: 8:30 - 11:45 am

Dysphagia: The Use of Technology and the

Implications on Treatment

Invited Speaker: Joseph Murray, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, Chief, Audiology and Speech Pathology Services, Veteran’s Affairs Ann Arbor Healthcare System

.3 CEUs Instructional Level: Intermediate

his session will focus on improving the accuracy and reliability of a practicing clinician’s interpretation of instrumental swallowing assessments. The course will include a review of the popular assessment techniques with particular focus on the videofluoroscopic assessment of swallowing. During this session the clinician will review tape-recorded segments of swallowing studies and will be able to provide anonymous responses to the presenter’s stimulus questions by using hand- held keypadds that communicate with the presenter’s computer. This technique allows candid responses from the audience members and allows the attendee to compare their answers to other attendees and to expert opinion that has been rendered in the past.

There will be a 15 minute break during the session.

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The following session has been CANCELLED by the speaker:

Double-MiniSeminar: 9:00 -11:00 am

How to Love What Is

Speakers: Bridget Bernadette, RN, Brain Injury Survivor and Chris Schneider, M.S., CCC-SLP, CBIS, CPCRT, RN, CCC-SLP, Hope Network Lansing Rehabilitation Services

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MiniSeminar: 9:30 - 10:30 am

SureSpeak and Speech Language Pathology: Using Web-Based Video Technology to Accelerate Speech Development*

Speaker: Darren Schwartz, B.A., Founder and CEO, SureSpeak, LLC., Highland Park, Illinois

.1 CEUs Instructional Level: Introductory

Mr. Schwartz will present SureSpeak, a state-of-the-art Web software application that uses video technology on a standard PC to provide an interactive environment for adult and pediatric speech-language patients and students. With SureSpeak, patients and students are able to effectively see video/auditory examples and practice (on camera) speech-language exercises with immediate, detailed feedback. Secured and HIPAA-compliant practice sessions are captured and made available via the internet, enabling speech-language pathologists to be involved and provide expert coaching to patients/students in between face-to-face sessions. A demonstration of SureSpeak in real speech pathology environments will be included.

Public School Forum 11:45 - 1:15 pm (Luncheon provided for those who pre-registered and reserved a meal. No tickets will be available on-site)

.1 CEUs

Moderator: Jill Naturkas, M.A., CCC-SLP, MSHA V-P for Public Schools

Instructional Level: Intermediate

Changing Perspectives in Service Delivery with Technology

Speakers: Judy Burrows, M.A., CCC-SLP, Lisa Herrera, M.A., CCC-SLP, Calhoun ISD, Marshall, Michigan.

The Public School Forum will focus on the issue of workload management for Speech-Language Pathologists employed in the public school setting. Presenters will be discussing alternative strategies such as the 3:1 model, quick arctic, speech– language focus groups and, incorporation of low tech devices into service delivery.

The forum will also allow Speech-Language Pathologists to further communicate workload management ideas with participants and examine different low -tech devices.

Written information will be available on the Speech and Language Guidelines Revised, legislative issues, and administrative issues. Participants will also have the opportunity to obtain information on and join a PSC Subcommittee.

Medical Speech-Language Pathology Forum:

11:45 am - 1:15 pm (Luncheon provided for those who pre-registered and reserved a meal. No tickets will be available on-site)

.1 CEUs

Moderator: Bev Jaynes, M.A., CCC-SLP, MSHA V-P for Community and Hospital Services

Instructional Level: Intermediate

The Medical SLP Forum will feature a panel discussion on Issues and Challenges in Dysphagia Treatment. Trends in how SLPs provide service to individuals with dysphagia, new billing codes, and current concerns, will be discussed. Panel members include Joseph Murray, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, Chief, Audiology and Speech Pathology Services, Veteran’s Affairs Ann Arbor Healthcare System (who is presenting a Short Course in the morning), and Susan Fleming, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, Wayne State University.

MSHA 50/50 Raffle Drawing: 1:20 pm

Short Course: 1:30 - 4:45 pm

The Effects of Prenatal Alcohol Exposure and Maltreatment on Child Development Part 2

.3 CEUs Instructional Level: Introductory

Note: Part 1 of this class will be Saturday, from 8:30 - 11:45 am. These two short courses are designed to be sequential and therefore it is recommended that you take both sessions.

There will be a 15 minute break during the session.

Double-MiniSeminar: 1:30 -3:30 pm

Expanding Expression: A Multi-Sensory Tool

for Oral and Written Expression*

Speaker: Sara L. Smith, M.S., CCC-SLP

.2 CEUs

Instructional Level: Introductory

Note: This same class will also be offered on Friday, from 1:30 - 3:30 in Arcadia Ballroom 1.

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Note: This session has been moved to Friday, 9:30 - 11:30 am

Double MiniSeminar: 1:30 - 3:30 pm

The Magic of Music

Speakers: Jody Wilfong, MT-BC, NMT; Chris Schneider, M.S., CCC-SLP, CBIS, CPCRT; and Derek O’Neal, M.S., Retired Military Officer/Client, Hope Network Lansing Rehabilitation Services

.2 CEUs Instructional Level: Introductory

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Learning As a Function of Event Participation Among

Children Diagnosed with ASD

Speakers: Susan Latham, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, St. Mary’s College in Notre Dame, Indiana; and Ida J. Stockman, Ph.D., Michigan State University

.1 CEUs Instructional Level: Intermediate

In this study, the effect of modality of input on verbal and nonverbal learning for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) was investigated. Thirty-four children diagnosed with ASD were taught novel verbal and nonverbal tasks in a visual/auditory observation or visual/auditory/tactual-kinesthetic participation condition. Analyses reveal that the participation group scores are significantly higher than the observation group scores on all verbal and nonverbal measures. These outcomes are promising for continuing to explore the possible learning gains that result from bodily participation in events with children diagnosed with ASD. Clinical and research implications will be discussed.

MiniSeminar: 1:30 - 2:30 pm

Understanding Tracheostoma Tubes: Guidelines for Clinicians in Multiple Settings

Speaker: Susan Fleming, Ph.D., CCC-SLP Wayne State University

.1 CEUs Instructional Level: Introductory and Intermediate

There is increased mainstreaming of children, with a tracheostoma, into the schools. Clinicians in a variety of settings may now expect to see persons with tracheostoma who need management of that tracheostoma for facilitating communication. Understanding the basics of air flow through tracheostoma tubes, and some of the principles of tracheostoma tube design/features significantly reduces the reservations a clinician may otherwise experience. Participants will receive a handout to complement the presentation. This handout will explain terms and offer additional sources of information.

MiniSeminar: 2