Supporting Adult Literacy with Sydney Bassard

Guest: Sydney Bassard, MSP, CCC-SLP Earn 0.1 ASHA CEU for this episode with Speech Therapy PD: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/courses/supporting-adult-literacyJoin host Renee Garrett as she discusses the intricacies of literacy with Sydney Bassard, MSP, CCC-SLP, and explores its impact on adults. This informative podcast episode offers insights into Sydney's journey from a pre-pharmacy major to a speech-language pathologist specializing in working with the deaf and hard of hearing, as well as literacy. The conversation explores the significance of digital literacy, social determinants of health, and the application of functional literacy in healthcare settings. Discover practical tips for accommodating varying literacy needs and gain a deeper understanding of how to support your patients effectively.Episode Timeline:00:00 Introduction and Disclosures01:09 Meet Our Guest: Sydney Bassard02:29 Sydney's Journey to Literacy and SLP05:01 Defining Literacy and Its Importance06:02 Challenges in Health Literacy11:10 Social Determinants of Health20:17 Underlying Skills for Reading Comprehension28:18 Digital Literacy and Modern Healthcare32:41 Navigating Technology Resistance34:51 Supporting Middle School Reading Skills36:45 Impact of Virtual Learning on Literacy37:56 AI in Technical Writing Education38:55 Challenges in Literacy for Older Students40:06 Socioeconomic Disparities in Education44:21 Deaf and Hard of Hearing Literacy51:54 Literacy Assessments for Neurogenic Disorders57:05 Resources for Cochlear Implant Students59:57 Concluding Remarks and Q&AAbout the Guest: Sydney Bassard, MSP, CCC-SLP, is a speech-language pathologist specializing in working with individuals who are Deaf and hard of hearing, as well as literacy. She owns The Listening SLP, which is her private practice and social media brand. Sydney was noted as a Distinguished Early Career Professional in 2020 and an Innovator in 2023 by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association for her work centered on the equity of health information. Through her social media page, she engages with professionals and parents on topics related to hearing loss and literacy.Mentioned in this episode:Register for the Aphasia Discourse Conference on June 7