National Black Association
for Speech-Language and Hearing

The symbol used in the NBASLH's trade mark is from the country of Zaire (now the Democratic Republic of Congo).  It means
  :...reach out with the echo of understanding and speak for all to hear"
 

2009 NBASLH CONVENTION
CALL FOR PAPERS
Hyatt Regency Atlanta
Atlanta, Georgia
April 16-18, 2009

Deadline for Submission November 3, 2008

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES

 

Each session requires submission of a Call for Papers application. The application includes the program cover sheet, an abstract, a summary of the proposal, and a biography of each author. The content of the proposed presentation should be of scientific, clinical, or professional significance to the sciences and professions. Submission guidelines should be strictly adhered to or paper will be disqualified. Submission of this application is a commitment to register and attend the convention. Applicants are responsible for obtaining written permission from copyright holders for duplication of previously published materials. Also, it is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that approval for the proposed study is obtained from the Institutional Review Board (IRB) of his/her institution.

 

SELECTION CRITERIA

Each proposal meeting the submission criteria will be reviewed for the following elements:

  1. Significance of the presentation

  2. Quality of information

  3. Relevance of topic to the attendees

  4. Originality of the contribution

 

NOTIFICATION

The contact person will receive written notification of acceptance or rejection by January 15, 2008. The contact person will be responsible for notifying the co-authors regarding status of the proposal. Accepted proposals may be scheduled at any time during the convention at the discretion of the program committee unless the presenter indicates reasonable conflicts.

 

PUBLICATION

Abstracts of this convention will be published in the convention booklet. Submission of proposal serves as your agreement. Please edit submissions very carefully.

 

POST-CONVENTION PUBLICATION

Presenters wishing to have their presentations considered for publication in the Convention Proceedings (a publication of the most notable convention presentations) should so indicate in the space provided in the Call For Papers application.

 

DESCRIPTION OF REQUIRED INFORMATION

 

Title:  The title of the paper should be brief (10 words maximum), yet describe the presentation content accurately.

Contact Person:  Complete the information for the contact person (preferably the first author). The contact person will receive written notification of acceptance or rejection by January 15, 2008. The contact person will be responsible for notifying the co-authors regarding status of the proposal.

 

Instructional Level:  Select the Instruction Level appropriate for the presentation. Introductory level assumes little or no familiarity with the subject. Intermediate level assumes general familiarity with the literature and professional practice within the areas covered. Advanced level assumes thorough familiarity with current literature and professional practice.

 

Abstract

  1. Write a concise abstract of the proposed presentation in 100 words or less. The abstract should include the purpose(s) of the study, methods, results, and conclusions if the proposal is to present research. If the proposal is a non-empirical presentation of information, the abstract should include the purpose(s), the significance, and a brief description of the proposed presentation.

  2. The abstract should be typed single-spaced in 12-point font using Times New Roman.

  3. Complete the Learner Outcomes for the presentation. Describe the skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes the participant will be able to demonstrate after attending the session.

 

 Learning Outcomes:  Learning Outcomes are behavioral statements reflecting the knowledge/skills participants are expected to demonstrate followingparticipation in the session.  Learning Outcomes are written in the format, “At the culmination of the session the participant will be able to …” (e.g.,". … describe the function of the swallowing station.”  “…list three considerations in selecting candidates for cochlear implants.”) Click here for guidelines for Writing Measurable and Observable Learner Outcomes

 

Biography of Authors

  1. Include the same title as indicated on the Program Cover Sheet.

  2. In narrative form, include a biography (in third person) for each author in the order in which they appear on the Authors page.

  3. The biography is limited to 50 words maximum.

  4. Indicate the full name of the author followed by the affiliation centered above the biography.

  5. The biographies can be submitted as one continuous document. Each author’s biography does not have to be submitted on a separate page.

 

DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM FORMATS

 

Short Courses are 3 hours in duration and provide formal instruction on a topic of professional interest. The Short Course format is intended to instruct the audience regarding current diagnostic or therapeutic techniques or to provide general knowledge on specific communication abilities and/or disorders.

 

Mini-seminars are 60 minutes in duration and are intended to provide the audience with a report regarding completed clinical or research studies. The Mini-seminar format is also appropriate for the presentation of other pertinent information relevant to communication sciences and disorders.

 

Technical sessions are 30 minutes in duration and are intended to provide a forum for basic and applied research or a review of case studies with clinical application (i.e. assessment and/or therapeutic techniques). The Technical Session format is also appropriate for the presentation of preliminary research. 

 

Poster Sessions are 90 minutes in duration and provide visual displays representing clinical or research aspects of speech-language pathology and audiology. The poster session format allows the presenter(s) an opportunity to discuss his/her research in a less formal atmosphere and provides the audience an opportunity for dialogue directly with the presenter(s).

 

Doctoral Student Research Forum: Students who are currently matriculating in doctoral degree programs are eligible to submit presentations in this format. The Research Forum sessions are 20 minutes in duration plus a 10-minute question and answer period. The forum is intended to provide an opportunity for doctoral students and candidates to present current empirical research at various stages. This format is appropriate for the presentation of project proposals, defense preparation and preliminary research.

 

Student Forum:  Students who are currently matriculating in baccalaureate or master’s degree programs are eligible to submit presentations in this format. The Student Forum sessions are 20 minutes in duration plus a 10-minute question and answer period. The Student Forum format provides an opportunity for students to present clinical or theoretical research studies.

 

DESCRIPTION OF CATEGORIES

 

Audiology and Aural Rehabilitation:  Basic science in hearing, Behavioral and/or physiological methods, Cochlear implants, Education of the deaf/hard of hearing, Hearing aids/assistive listening devices, Diagnosis and management of hearing problems, Aural habilitation and rehabilitation techniques, Hearing and communication issues of culturally and linguistically diverse populations

 

Augmentative and Alternative Communication: Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) symbols, systems, and devices

Intervention strategies using AAC, Augmentative and alternative communication issues of culturally and linguistically diverse population

 

Language Development and Disorders: Normal language development, Literacy and reading development and disorders, Diagnosis and management of language disorders (including developmental delays, developmental disorders), Diagnosis and management of neurologically based language and communication disorders (including congenital aphasia, aphasias due to the left hemisphere lesions, right hemisphere disorders, traumatic brain injury, and dementias), Language-based communication impairments, Intervention and rehabilitation procedures for language disorders, Language and communication issues of culturally and linguistically diverse populations

 

Professional Affairs: Recruitment and training of students into the professions, Retention of minorities in the professions, Clinical instruction and education, Clinical supervision, Caseload management, Counseling patients and families, Issues relevant to service delivery various settings (including schools, hospitals, clinics, private practice, and corporate settings), Issues of diversity, Cross-cultural service delivery, Governmental and regulatory affairs, Professional ethics, Program evaluation, accreditation, and management

 

Speech, Fluency and Voice Development and Disorders: Normal speech development, Normal vocal and speech patterns, Accent reduction, Diagnosis and management of articulation and phonological disorders (including developmental dysarthria; developmental apraxia), Diagnosis and management of motor speech, fluency, and voice disorders (including those of neurogenic onset), Diagnosis and management of dysarthria, apraxia of speech, and oral motor dysfunction (including alaryngeal speech), Diagnosis and management of functional organic voice disorders, Disorders or resonance and voice resulting from craniofacial anomalies (including cleft of the lip and/or palate; laryngectomy), Intervention for speech, fluency, and voice disorders, Speech, fluency, and voice issues of culturally and linguistically diverse populations

 

Swallowing Function and Disorders: Normal swallow function, Appropriate feeding patterns and therapeutic techniques, Clinical instrumentation for the assessment and treatment of swallowing disorders, Diagnosis and management of dysphagia, Intervention for swallowing and feeding disorders (including positions, maneuvers, and compensatory strategies, Swallowing issues of culturally and linguistically diverse populations

 

Population

Pediatric: Issues concerning newborns, infants, toddlers, preschool, school-age children, and adolescents

Adult: Issues concerning young, middle-aged, and older adults, Issues in aging

General: Issues applicable to all ages, Issues not concerning specific age groups


 

Please complete the following form and submit (via the website) by November 3, 2008

 

Submission of a proposal is a commitment to be a registered participant of the convention.  Registration is not complimentary for accepted proposals, and exceptions to this policy must be authorized by the Convention Chair. 

  I have read the above policy and agree to register as a participant of the Convention in the event the following Call for Papers is accepted.

Title of Proposal: (Do not exceed 10 words)

Contact Individual:  Each proposal must identify one person to serve as the Contact Individual.  This individual is responsible for communicating information to the group of authors.  

 Name

Street Address

City  StateZip

Other Contact Information

E-mail 

Phone (Area Code/Number)

Fax (Area Code/Number)

Please Choose One In Each Category

Type of Presentation
 Instructional Level (click here for descriptions)
 Program Format (click here for descriptions)
Category (click here for descriptions)
 Population (click here for descriptions)

Audiovisual Equipment Needs:

  • Presenters are advised that audiovisual equipment will be available on a limited basis; therefore, we cannot guarantee that all requests will be honored. The first author will be notified should equipment not be available by the convention Audiovisual Committee.
  • If equipment is not available, presenters can make arrangements through the hotel.

Please Check Av needed:

Request for LCD Projectors must complete the following:

LCD Projectors are to provided for still presentations.  If your presentation will contain audio and video, you must request this on the Call for Papers.
 My presentation will contain audio
My presentation will contain video

If you do not indicate above the need for audio or video, or contact the NBASLH Office  prior to the Convention, NBASLH will not be responsible for your presentation or any additional fees charged by the hotel to ensure your presentation is working properly.

I understand that I must provide my own lap top for my presentation (when requesting an LCD projector).

History

Has the study been submitted to the IRB? 

Has the study received IRB approval?   If Yes, when?

Has this information been presented previously?   If yes, when and where?

Has this presentation/paper been published/accepted for publication?
If yes, where?

Would you like to have your presentation reviewed to be considered for publication in the Convention Proceedings?

AUTHORS
NBASLH understands proposals that report research findings may represent the work of several individuals.  Occasionally, authors are unable to present with their colleagues.  Please check if the individual listed will not be able to present at the convention. Failure to indicate such may result in a $25 processing charge from NBASLH.

First Author:
(To select more than one degree/credentials, hold down the Ctrl button while making your selections.)
First Name    Middle Name   Last Name
Degree/Credentials Other

Author order to be listed in the program.

Affiliation

City/State

Bio

Cannot present at  the NBASLH Convention

 

Second Author:
(To select more than one degree/credentials, hold down the Ctrl button while making your selections.)
First Name    Middle Name   Last Name
   Degree/Credentials Other

Author order to be listed in the program.

Affiliation

City/State

Bio

Cannot present at the NBASLH Convention

Third Author:
(To select more than one degree/credentials, hold down the Ctrl button while making your selections.)
First Name    Middle Name   Last Name
  Degree/Credentials Other

Author order to be listed in the program.

Affiliation

City/State

Bio

Cannot present at the NBASLH Convention

Fourth Author:
(To select more than one degree/credentials, hold down the Ctrl button while making your selections.)
First Name    Middle Name   Last Name
  Degree/Credentials Other

Author order to be listed in the program.

Affiliation

City/State

Bio

Cannot present at the NBASLH Convention

For additional authors, complete a second form and include only the additional authors, title of proposal, and indication in the Program Abstract field that the submission is for additional authors.

Program Abstract (Maximum of 100 words)

Learning Outcomes

Well written learning outcomes are participant-oriented, measurable and observable.  Learning outcomes include ACTION words.  For example, words such as perform, identify, recall, distinguish, and differentiate are considered to be examples of action words acceptable to use when writing learning outcomes.  These words are easily observed and measurable.  Do NOT use words such as understand, learn or appreciate.  These words are vague and do not lend themselves to be observed or measured.   Click here for more suggestions for acceptable action words for Writing Measurable and Observable Learner Outcomes. 

Provide at least 3 outcomes.
At the culmination of this session, participants will be able to ....

1.

2.

3.

4.

 

 
 

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