Professional Writing in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, Fourth Edition

With many more exercises, writing samples, and online resources, Professional Writing in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, Fourth Edition is an excellent resource for students of communication sciences and disorders. It is often used as a textbook for courses in professional writing, clinical methods, and professional issues. Throughout the text, the authors use anecdotal material, self-help questions, and humor to illustrate that learning to be a better professional writer does not require drudgery.

The authors cover a spectrum of subjects related to professional writing, including, rules of writing (review of grammar, spelling, punctuation, semantics, and sentence structure), evidence-based writing and citing sources, ethics related to professional writing, writing diagnostic and clinical reports, and writing for professional career advancement.

New to the Fourth Edition:

* More exercises throughout the book

* Incorporates APA 7th edition style

* Reorganized for a greater flow of information:

* Combined the chapters on Evidence-Based Writing and Ethics of Professional Writing                 

* Combined the chapters on Referencing Resources and Internet Resources

* Book now ends with chapter 8 on professional presentations

* Expansion of English mechanics underlying syntax

* Inclusion of the 2023 revised version of the ASHA Code of Ethics

Key Features:

* Exercises in each chapter

* Numerous samples, including:

* Institutional Review Board Research Review Form

* Authorization of Release of Information Form

* Journal Article Critique

* Diagnostic Reports and Protocol Worksheets

* Therapy Goals and Progress Reports

* Types of Professional Correspondence

* Presentation Slides

* Resumes

Disclaimer: Please note that ancillary content such as exercises and sample presentations are not included as in the original print version of this work.