34. Tech Done Right: Using Digital Tools to Boost Language, Literacy, and Storytelling in Speech Therapy
Technology isn’t going anywhere—it’s here to stay. The question is: how can SLPs use it wisely to improve speech, language, and literacy outcomes?
In today’s episode, I dive into what the latest research says about technology paired with adult-child interaction and how this powerful combination can:
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Improve language comprehension and story grammar
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Strengthen higher-level reasoning skills through “how” and “why” questions
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Build phonological awareness (rhyming, segmenting, blending)
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Enhance vocabulary growth with simple, meaningful supports
You’ll learn practical ways to integrate digital storybooks and media into therapy without losing what matters most: person-to-person interaction and moment-to-moment connection.
✨ Want ready-to-go digital activities that pair movement, literacy, speech, language, and AAC—without the bells and whistles that distract from learning? Inside the SIS Membership, you’ll get empirically-based weekly themes plus a Google Slides deck for parents, large groups, and teletherapy. Join here: https://www.kellyvess.com/sis