Question 1

(Essay)

What do speech, language, and hearing scientists do?

Answer

Acceptable responses:
Speech scientists may be involved in basic research exploring anatomy, physiology, and physics of speech-sound production.
Investigate the causes, prevention, and treatment of various speech impairments Development of computer-generated speech
Language scientists may investigate the ways children learn language. Conduct cross-cultural studies of language and communication Study how languages are changing
Examine language disabilities and the nature of language disorders in children and adults Hearing scientists investigate the nature of sound, noise, and hearing.
They may help develop equipment for hearing assessment.
Develop techniques for testing infants or those with physical or psychological impairments Develop and improve assistive listening devices
Concerned with conservation of hearing and limiting environmental noise