by Robert Goldfarb, Yula C. Serpanos (Author)

With many more exercises, writing samples, and online resources, Professional Writing in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, Fourth Edition is an excellent resource for students of communication sciences and disorders. It is often used as a textbook for courses in professional writing, clinical methods, and professional issues. Throughout the text, the authors use anecdotal material, self-help questions, and humor to illustrate that learning to be a better professional writer does not require drudgery.

The authors cover a spectrum of subjects related to professional writing, including, rules of writing (review of grammar, spelling, punctuation, semantics, and sentence structure), evidence-based writing and citing sources, ethics related to professional writing, writing diagnostic and clinical reports, and writing for professional career advancement.

New to the Fourth Edition

More exercises throughout the book

Incorporates APA 7th edition style

Reorganized for a greater flow of information:

Combined the chapters on Evidence-Based Writing and Ethics of Professional Writing

Combined the chapters on Referencing Resources and Internet Resources

Book now ends with chapter 8 on professional presentations

Expansion of English mechanics underlying syntax

Inclusion of the 2023 revised version of the ASHA Code of Ethics

Key Features

Exercises in each chapter

Numerous samples, including:

Institutional Review Board Research Review Form

Authorization of Release of Information Form

Journal Article Critique

Diagnostic Reports and Protocol Worksheets

Therapy Goals and Progress Reports

Types of Professional Correspondence

Presentation Slides

Resumes