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40. Principles of Motor Learning in Speech Therapy: What's Evidence-Based and What Isn't?

Season #1

📍 Are you still hearing that SLPs should use principles of motor learning to treat speech disorders? It’s time to set the record straight.

In this episode, I dive into the research (and the myths) behind non-speech motor learning — like applying a golfer’s swing to a preschooler’s speech therapy. We’ll break down why this approach fails our youngest learners and what actually works. You’ll learn:

  • Why “knowledge of results” feedback is not effective for preschoolers

  • How immediate, specific feedback builds stronger communication outcomes

  • Why more feedback (not less) is critical for children with speech sound disorders

  • How true generalization happens through complexity

👉 As SLPs, our therapy time is limited — which means we need top-shelf tools. That’s exactly what you’ll find inside the Sparkle in School (SIS) Membership: weekly literacy-based, movement-based, empirically supported activities plus ready-to-go slides for parent training, large groups, and teletherapy.

🎉 Join today at https://www.kellyvess.com/sis and get everything you need to make therapy more effective, engaging, and research-driven.