Guest: Sydney Bassard, MSP, CCC-SLP

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Join host Renee Garrett as she discusses the intricacies of literacy with Sydney Bassard, MSP, CCC-SLP, and explores its impact on adults. This informative podcast episode offers insights into Sydney's journey from a pre-pharmacy major to a speech-language pathologist specializing in working with the deaf and hard of hearing, as well as literacy. The conversation explores the significance of digital literacy, social determinants of health, and the application of functional literacy in healthcare settings. Discover practical tips for accommodating varying literacy needs and gain a deeper understanding of how to support your patients effectively.

Episode Timeline:

00:00 Introduction and Disclosures

01:09 Meet Our Guest: Sydney Bassard

02:29 Sydney's Journey to Literacy and SLP

05:01 Defining Literacy and Its Importance

06:02 Challenges in Health Literacy

11:10 Social Determinants of Health

20:17 Underlying Skills for Reading Comprehension

28:18 Digital Literacy and Modern Healthcare

32:41 Navigating Technology Resistance

34:51 Supporting Middle School Reading Skills

36:45 Impact of Virtual Learning on Literacy

37:56 AI in Technical Writing Education

38:55 Challenges in Literacy for Older Students

40:06 Socioeconomic Disparities in Education

44:21 Deaf and Hard of Hearing Literacy

51:54 Literacy Assessments for Neurogenic Disorders

57:05 Resources for Cochlear Implant Students

59:57 Concluding Remarks and Q&A

About the Guest: Sydney Bassard, MSP, CCC-SLP, is a speech-language pathologist specializing in working with individuals who are Deaf and hard of hearing, as well as literacy. She owns The Listening SLP, which is her private practice and social media brand. Sydney was noted as a Distinguished Early Career Professional in 2020 and an Innovator in 2023 by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association for her work centered on the equity of health information. Through her social media page, she engages with professionals and parents on topics related to hearing loss and literacy.