Advanced Research Methods in Communication Disorders

Qualitative research

Literature review, rationale, purpose, methodology, results, discussion, conclusion

It is an approach that integrates research evidence with clinical expertise and patient values

The study of mechanisms and interventions that prevent, improve, restore or replace lost, underdeveloped or deteriorating function.

All of the above.

All of the above.

A model that provides education to clinicians and researchers to have good understanding of each other's roles.

Research validity

To explore complex phenomena

MEDLINE and PUBMED

Rationale, purpose, methodology, discussion

To bridge the gap between research and practice

Limited

Research fundamentals

To bridge the gap between research and practice

To explore complex phenomena

All of the above

Challenges the status quo

To determine whether interventions work

Lack of statistical support

A model that emphasizes research skills for clinicians

By encouraging leading roles in research

National Institute for Health

Lack of funds, research mentors, and time

To improve patient and client care

Education in research skills for clinicians

Dissemination of research findings in peer-reviewed journals

Research fundamentals, Research design, Communication Disorders research, Research paradigm, Evidence-based practice, Research validity, Finding research literature, Selection and assignment of participants, Research ethics, Evaluating evidence, Experimental & nonexperimental designs, Group designs, Variables, Article critique, Research beyond everyday, Qualitative research, Nonexperimental research

Definition and characteristics of scientific research, Reasons for developing Communication Disorders research, Barriers to Communication Disorders research, The scientist-practitioner, The status of Communication Disorders research

Literature review, Rationale, Purpose, Methodology, Results, Discussion, Conclusion

A. Formulate systematic literature reviews online, such as through MEDLINE, PUBMED and other relevant databases. B. Explain the meaning of evidence-based practice, its significance, criteria, advantages, and limitations. C. Identify the 7 key components of a research article (literature review, rationale, purpose, methodology, results, discussion and conclusion). D. Evaluate the 7 key components of a research article (literature review, rationale, purpose, methodology, results, discussion and conclusion). E. Discuss research concepts using scientific terminology. F. Develop a problem of significance to the profession of Speech-Language Pathology.

Evidence-based practice is significant in Communication Disorders research because it ensures that interventions and treatments are based on the best available evidence and have a higher likelihood of being effective.

The scientist-practitioner is a model that emphasizes the integration of research and clinical practice. In Communication Disorders research, the scientist-practitioner uses research findings to inform and improve clinical interventions and strategies.

Some reasons for developing Communication Disorders research include advancing knowledge and understanding of communication disorders, improving assessment and intervention techniques, and enhancing the quality of clinical practice.

Some barriers to Communication Disorders research include limited funding and resources, ethical considerations, difficulty in recruiting participants, and the complexity of studying communication disorders.

Research is a systematic investigation and inquiry conducted to generate new knowledge, validate existing knowledge, or solve a problem.

MEDLINE, PUBMED, and other relevant databases can be used for systematic literature reviews in Communication Disorders research.

Research is the study of mechanisms and interventions that prevent, improve, restore, or replace lost, underdeveloped, or deteriorating function, where 'Function' is defined at the level of impairment, activity, and participation according to the WHO-ICF Model.

• Challenges the status quo (current state)
• Identifies gaps in knowledge
• Systematically evaluates the effects of Communication Disorders practices with limited data
• Tests novel or traditionally avoided treatment

• To develop a body of knowledge
• To determine the effectiveness of interventions
• To improve patient and client care

• Lack of funds
• Lack of research mentors
• Lack of time
• Lack of familiarity with the research process
• Lack of statistical support
• Ethical concerns about human participants and animal subjects
• The clinical researcher dichotomy

• Having committed leaders who provide time, money, and effort
• Cultivating devoted individuals
• Developing productive research teams

The scientist-practitioner model aims to provide education to clinicians with research skills and researchers with clinical training, ensuring a good understanding of both aspects.

• Professional associations aim to promote the ability of Communication Disorders professions to lead in research.
• Research findings are disseminated in peer-reviewed journals.
• Educational standards reflect the emphasis on research.
• Research funding is provided by national institutes and private foundations associated with rehabilitation professions.

• Orlikoff, R. F., Schiavetti, N., & Metz, D. E. (2015). Evaluating Research in Communication Disorders (7th ed.). Pearson Education, Inc.: Boston, MA.
• Carter, E.C. & Lubinsky, J. (2016). Rehabilitation research: Principles and applications (5th Edition). Riverport Lane, St Louis, Missouri: Elsevier.

Research fundamentals, Research design, Communication Disorders research, Research paradigm, Evidence-based practice, Research validity, Finding research literature, Selection and assignment of participants, Research ethics, Evaluating evidence, Experimental & nonexperimental designs, Group designs, Variables, Article critique, Research beyond everyday, Qualitative research, Nonexperimental research

A. Formulate systematic literature reviews online, such as through MEDLINE, PUBMED and other relevant databases. B. Explain the meaning of evidence-based practice, its significance, criteria, advantages, and limitations. D. Identify the 7 key components of a research article (literature review, rationale, purpose, methodology, results, discussion and conclusion). E. Evaluate the 7 key components of a research article (literature review, rationale, purpose, methodology, results, discussion and conclusion). F. Discuss research concepts using scientific terminology. G. Develop a problem of significance to the profession of Speech-Language Pathology.

The scientist-practitioner is a model that emphasizes the integration of research and clinical practice. In Communication Disorders research, the scientist-practitioner is responsible for conducting research, using evidence-based practice, and contributing to the development of the profession of Speech-Language Pathology.

Challenges the status quo, is creative, and is systematic.

To develop a body of knowledge, determine whether interventions work, and improve patient and client care.

Lack of funds, lack of research mentors, lack of time, lack of familiarity with the research process, lack of statistical support, ethical concern about use of human participants and animal subjects, and the clinical researcher dichotomy.

The scientist-practitioner model seeks to provide education to clinicians so that they have good research skills and researchers have good clinical training.