Using Dramatic Arts in Higher Level Language Development

Traditionally, dramatic arts, or the art of writing, producing, and acting in theatrical plays, has been taught in schools and community theaters. Research in dramatic arts has expanded to therapeutic settings as well. This presentation will review the use of dramatic art elements in speech therapy to target and increase social-pragmatic skills and language development. Parents and professionals will learn the potential benefits and research based strategies of integrating dramatic arts elements into their therapeutic and home settings.

Presenter:

Jacqueline Anderson, MS, CCC-SLP is a speech-language pathologist at the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD). Outside of her familial experience with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Jackie has CARD for four years. She completed her Master's Degree in Speech and Hearing Sciences at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill.

This is a FREE event!