******Originally Aired November 12, 2024*****

Guest: Raul Prezas, PhD, CCC-SLP

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In this episode of School of Speech, host Carolyn Dolby sits down with Dr. Raul Prezas to discuss multilingual speech sound disorders. They explore the use of interpreters to differentiate between speech sound differences and disorders and dive into culturally responsive, evidence-based interventions. Dr. Prezas shares his personal journey into the field, his extensive experience working with culturally and linguistically diverse populations, and practical tips for SLPs working with bilingual students. The episode also covers dynamic assessment, the importance of honoring heritage languages, and creative strategies for integrating bilingual resources into therapy sessions. Whether you're a monolingual or bilingual SLP, this episode provides valuable insights and resources to enhance your practice.

About the Guest:

Raul Prezas, PhD, CCC-SLP, is an associate professor in the Department of Human Services at Stephen F. Austin State University in Texas. He has several years of clinical experience in the university, public school, and home health settings, particularly working with bilingual children and their families. Dr. Prezas has served as a bilingual speech-language evaluator in the school setting and has participated on early childhood assessment teams. In addition, he has worked closely with school districts to provide recommendations regarding best practices for bilingual assessment. He has taught courses in phonological development and disorders, including multicultural and bilingual evaluation. In addition to publications in several journals, including the American Journal of Speech-Language Pathology, Dr. Prezas has written book chapters and articles related to bilingual phonological acquisition, bilingual/multilingual assessment and treatment, phonological treatment models/outcomes, multicultural issues, and school-based issues. He has been invited to present on bilingual assessment at intervention and related areas at numerous workshops, webinars, and conventions throughout the United States (including Puerto Rico), Canada, and South America.