Professional Writing in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, 4th Edition (PDF)

by Robert Goldfarb, Yula C. Serpanos (Author)
 
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

Product Details

Publisher: Plural Publishing, Inc.;
ISBN: 9781635504606
ISBN: 9781635507010
Copyright: 2025