Scholarly, Research, and/or Practice Interests My primary research and clinical interests are in the area of oral and written language disorders, particularly dyslexia. I am also interested in the development of both literacy skills and executive control processes in young children, and specialize in the area of autism spectrum disorders, especially at the pre-school level. […]
Scholarly, Research, and/or Practice Interests Adult neurogenic communication and swallowing disorders with a special emphasis on Stroke, Traumatic Brain Injury and Parkinson’s disease. Courses Taught SH 740 Introduction to Clinical Practicum SH 721 Motor Speech Disorders SH 736 Aphasia Recent Publications Hoover, E. & Carney, A. (2023). Supporting meaningful conversations in stroke-induced aphasia in George, […]
Scholarly, Research, and/or Practice Interests Research combines theoretical modeling with behavioral and neuroimaging experiments to characterize the neural computations underlying speech. Originator of the DIVA model, which provides a quantitative account of the neural computations underlying speech motor control and their breakdown in communication disorders such as stuttering and apraxia of speech. Develops brain-machine interfaces […]
Scholarly, Research, and/or Practice Interests Clinical supervision; accent modification; phonological/articulation disorders Selected Publications Gavett, E. & Peaper, R (2007). Critical thinking: The Role of Questions. ASHA: Perspectives on Issues in Higher Education, 10 (1), 3-5. Bartlett, S. & Gavett, E. (2005). Facing the Future: The Changing Landscape for Clinical Education Directors. Conference proceeding from the […]
Augmentative communication gives a voice to people with ALS Sargent Lecturer in the Department of Speech, Language & Hearing Sciences and Director of the Boston Children’s Augmentative Communication Program John Costello works with patients with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease.
Fundamentals are the focus of our teaching in the Speech, Language & Hearing (SLHS) Department at BU College of Health & Rehabilitation: Sargent College. In any of our degree programs, you’ll gain an understanding and appreciation of scientific inquiry combined with deep knowledge of the processes related to communication, cognition, and swallowing. Starting with undergraduate […]
The Sargent College doctoral program is designed for students who want to take leadership roles as independent researchers and scholars in speech, language, or hearing science. We prepare our students to excel through a combination of advanced academic work, extensive lab experiences and mentored, original research. With the resources of Boston University and the surrounding […]
Ranked #5 in the nation by U.S. News & World Report We’re proud that Boston University ranks among the country’s best educators of future speech-language pathologists. U.S. News & World Report’s latest graduate school rankings rated our graduate Speech-Language Pathology program #5 (tied) out of 283 accredited programs. About the program We invite you to […]
Ranked among the best in the nation We’re proud that Boston University ranks among the country’s best educators of future speech-language pathologists. U.S. News & World Report’s latest graduate school rankings rated our graduate Speech-Language Pathology program #5 (tied) out of 283 accredited programs. About the program If you are an exceptional student with a bachelor’s […]
If you’re a Boston University undergraduate student who would like to learn more about human communication—both the normal processes and disorders—consider choosing a minor in Speech, Language & Hearing Sciences. Since communication is fundamental to virtually every human activity, a deeper understanding of it can enrich your study of any field. Students majoring in psychology, […]
Are you interested in studying the various ways an infant acquires language? Helping an elderly person regain the power to connect with family and friends after a stroke? Conducting research on the causes of hearing loss or better treatments for swallowing disorders? By pursuing a career in speech-language pathology or audiology—whether in clinical practice, research […]
Ranked among the best in the nation Sargent College ranks #5 in the nation for our MS in Speech-Language Pathology program as reported by U.S. News & World Report. About the program The program offers both a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology* which may be completed in five years […]