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American Journal of Speech-Language Pathology Vol.12 144-154 May 2003. doi:10.1044/1058-0360(2003/061)
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Contributions of Qualitative Research to the Knowledge Base of Normal Communication

Nina N. Simmons-Mackie 1
Jack S. Damico 2
1 Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond
2 The University of Louisiana at Lafayette

nmackie{at}selu.edu

As clinical speech-language pathology moves toward a progressive use of qualitative research methodologies and applications for clinical purposes, it is helpful to know how the qualitative paradigm has influenced our field. This article reviews a number of studies from the social sciences and their impact on our knowledge of the properties of communication and the investigation of cognitive and language acquisition. This review indicates that qualitative research currently has a significant impact on our knowledge bases in clinical speech-language pathology.

Key Words: qualitative research, communication, language development

Submitted on May 31, 2002
Accepted on August 20, 2002






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