Phonology and Phoneme-Based Disorders

Phoneme-Based Disorder Assessment

Introduction

• Importance of conducting a phonological assessment for confirming a phoneme-based disorder.

Steps for Assessment

1. Initial Assessment

   • Start with a phonological assessment.

   • Avoid re-inventing the metaphorical wheel.

2. Data Organization

   • Organize data to identify gross patterns.

   • Analyze different segment sizes.

3. Similarities to Articulation Assessment

   • Conduct an inventory of phonemes.

   • Document distribution of speech sounds and their contrasts.

Tools and Resources

• Clinical Assessment of Articulation and Phonology (CAAP)

  • Similar to Goldman-Fristoe Test of Articulation (GFTA).

  • Addresses both articulation and phonology.

  • Engaging presentation with characters to entice participation.

Syllable Shapes

• Importance of Syllable Shapes

  • Return to Chapters 2 & 4 for clarification on syllable shapes.

  • Assessing syllable shapes may indicate phonological needs.

• Analyzing Syllable Shapes

  • Create a chart to analyze proportions of different syllable shapes.

  • Look for patterns in the reduction of syllable shapes (e.g., weak syllable deletion, cluster reduction).

Application Activity

• Example Task

  • Analyze a child's ability to produce various syllable shapes (oar, banana, gecko, etc.)

  • Determine the implications of their syllable shape usage.

Conclusion

• Ensure to review answers of the application activity for skill reinforcement.