Initial - AR. Learning Objectives: Using This Lesson Effectively: CompleteSpeech

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CompleteSpeech R: Learning Objectives: Initial - AR Understand the principles for making the AR sound correctly Demonstrate an ability to say the AR sound correctly at the beginning of simple words

in-depth instructions on how to record and import files as well as how to create tongue targets. If you do not have the SmartPalate Orientation Guide you can download it for free at: http://www.

1 CompleteSpeech R: Learning Objectives: Initial - AR Understand the principles for making the AR sound correctly Demonstrate an ability to say the AR sound correctly at the beginning of simple words Demonstrate an ability to incorporate words that begin with the AR sound into sentences Using This Lesson Effectively: Before starting this lesson, please review the SmartPalate Orientation Guide for in-depth instructions on how to record and import files as well as how to create tongue targets. If you do not have the SmartPalate Orientation Guide you can download it for free at: This lesson is divided into 6 levels that increase in complexity and difficulty. Using this lesson in conjunction with regular instruction from a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist is strongly recommended. Use the SmartPalate System on each level to match tongue placement with your customized target until the skills are mastered sufficiently to practice without the SmartPalate. Spend as much or as little time as needed on each level until the skill is mastered sufficiently. Use additional activities or exercises as necessary to practice and solidify each level s concepts. Use the Gold Standard feature to measure your accuracy as you practice each level s material. You can set the measured time to continuous during word, phrase, and sentence practice to measure the accuracy of the sound in continued speech. Record your progress in the tables. Use the recording feature on each level to self-evaluate your consistency in matching your target. Listen to, watch, and imitate the recordings of each level s exercises using the split-screen view. Practice lesson exercises 3-5 times per week (includes home & clinic practice). Practice without the SmartPalate System as soon as skills are mastered. Periodically use the SmartPalate to ensure consistency. Continue using regularly if accuracy is not maintained. For software how-to s and troubleshooting, follow our CompleteSpeech Community link at: 1

Recording Files: The following files are example recordings in this lesson and include both the audio and palate contact.

wav Simple Words: AR_Initial_Level2.wav Complex Words: AR_Initial_Level3.wav Phrases: AR_Initial_Level4.wav Sentences: AR_Initial_Level5.

While key features will remain the same for each speaker, individuals will see some variation from this model.

2 Recording Files: The following files are example recordings in this lesson and include both the audio and palate contact. You may wish to import them to a second speaker in your SmartPalate software to listen, watch, and imitate as you practice each level s exercises: Add A Speaker Isolation: AR_Initial_Level1.wav Simple Words: AR_Initial_Level2.wav Complex Words: AR_Initial_Level3.wav Phrases: AR_Initial_Level4.wav Sentences: AR_Initial_Level5.wav Click the add speaker icon in the upper right-hand corner to split the screen into two speakers. What Does Initial AR Are Look Like? This image shows an average target area for the AR sound. While key features will remain the same for each speaker, individuals will see some variation from this model. Initial AR will look similar, if not identical, to the AR sound in other placements: Mark The Sensors Mark the sensors for your own R target. You may have variations from the above picture depending on your custom palate configuration. Key Features: 1. The /a/ vowel that precedes the R sound has an open vowel tract. This means that the tongue does not touch the palate. 2. Tongue touches the inside of the back teeth and the gums along the back of the mouth. 3. The tongue is bunched or slightly curled. Warm Up: Put in your SmartPalate and swallow several times. Carefully take a sip of water as needed. Speak casually for seconds and use the Oral Coordination exercise to warm up your tongue! 2

3 Isolation Level 1 In each level you will see boxes. These can be used to track your progress by marking correct and incorrect productions of the initial AR, based on the visual feedback provided in your SmartPalate software. Repeat the following AR sounds. Light up the blue circles by matching your tongue to the target. Avoid lighting up orange circles. Use the boxes to track your progress. Ex. Marking The Boxes Mark the boxes with a / or x to represent if you said the R sound correctly. Look at how well you matched your tongue target to help you decide how accurately you said the sound. Simple Words Level 2 Repeat the following words. Include additional initial AR words you use regularly in the lines provided. ARCH ARK ARM ARMY ART ARE 3

4 Complex Words Level 3 Repeat the following words. Include additional initial AR words you use regularly in the lines provided. ARCADE ARCHIVE ARGUE ARMADILLO ARTICHOKE ARTICLE ARTIFACT ARTIST ARCTIC Phrases Level 4 Repeat the following phrases. Include additional initial AR phrases you use regularly in the lines provided. ARMED ARMY ARTISTIC ARCHES ARCHIVED ARTICLES 4

5 Sentences Level 5 Repeat the following sentences. Include additional initial AR sentences you use regularly in the lines provided. ARTHUR ARGUED WITH ARIANA ABOUT AN ARTICLE. ARMIES ARE ARMED WITH ARTILLERY. ARMADILLOS AREN T FROM THE ARCTIC. 5

6 Beyond Sentences Level 6 Once you are more comfortable with the AR sound you will want to start practicing your new skills without the aid of the SmartPalate. Spend some time at the end of each session doing some or all of the following: Practice AR in isolation, just as in Level 1, this time using Gold Standard. Set the time to 1, 2, 5, or 10 seconds and record your score. Repeat Levels 2 through 6 using Gold Standard with the time set to continuous. Have a parent, SLP, or other individual watch for your highest score in each word. Repeat the level(s) you worked on today while wearing your SmartPalate, but turn away from the screen so that you cannot see the feedback yourself. Have a parent, SLP, or other individual watch how closely you hit your target. Repeat the level(s) you worked on today without using your SmartPalate. Repeat the level(s) you worked on today in a different room without your SmartPalate. Tell a story or talk about your day, using words with initial AR, with or without the SmartPalate. Clean Up: 1. Carefully remove, clean, and store your SmartPalate in accordance with all recommended procedures. 2. Save any new files or recordings. 3. Export and any recording or target files for home or clinic practice as necessary. 4. Close your SmartPalate Software. Additional Notes: 6

R: Initial - Pr. Learning Objectives:

R: Initial - Pr. Learning Objectives: CompleteSpeech R: Initial - Pr Learning Objectives: Understand the principles for making the Pr sound correctly Demonstrate an ability to say the Pr sound correctly at the beginning of simple words Demonstrate