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Description:In this episode of the Pep Talk Podcast, host Michelle Andrews and guest Laura Brown discuss the importance of pre-linguistic skill development in young children. They explore the 4I model, which includes interaction, intent, input, and imitation as foundational pillars for effective communication. Laura emphasizes the need to shift the focus from spoken words to broader communication strategies, highlighting the role of caregivers in supporting their child's communication journey. The conversation also covers practical strategies for enhancing engagement and interaction during therapy sessions, making it a valuable resource for speech-language pathologists and parents alike. 

Chapters

00:00Introduction to Pre-Linguistic Skills03:59Shifting Focus: From Words to Communication07:31The 4I Model: Foundations of Pre-Linguistic Skills10:27Exploring the Four Pillars of Communication14:01Imitation: Building Blocks of Communication18:08Targeting Interventions: Understanding Individual Needs20:32Engaging Parents: The Role of Caregivers in Communication21:57Strategies for Interaction: Becoming a Play Partner29:31Creating Engaging Environments for Young Learners32:20Creating Effective Communication Environments33:20Understanding Intent in Early Communication41:55The Importance of Input in Language Development48:12The Role of Imitation in Language Acquisition53:30Strength-Based and Relationship-Based Approaches

As a result of this presentation the participant will be able to:  

1. Will state the four prelinguistic skill areas for identifying support needs and selecting evidence-based interventions.
2. Will name 4 evidence-based strategies for supporting emerging communicators.
3. Will identify three components of a strengths-based approach for supporting young emerging communicators.

Course presenters: Laura Brown MA, CCC-SLP,

@earlyandbrightslp

and

Michelle Andrews M.S., CCC-SLP ⁠⁠⁠@peptalkforslps⁠⁠⁠

Financial disclosures:

Michelle Andrews' financial disclosers include: She has a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Teachers pay Teachers⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Boom Learning⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠store under Pep Talk LLC. She is also the founder and manager of the Pep Talk Podcast. 

Michelle Andrews' non-financial disclosures include: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Speech Arcade⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is an in-kind sponsor for this podcast.

Laura's financial disclosures: she is the owner and founder of Early and Bright LLC, doing business as Early and Bright Online Learning .Profits from the sale of all Early & Bright courses and paid resources

Laura's non-financial disclosures: None.

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