SLP Coffee Talk
SLP Coffee Talk
Harnessing YouTube for Social Language Success: Strategies, Clips, and Questions for Your Therapy Toolbox
Hallie discusses strategies for utilizing YouTube for social language skills.
Are you tired of students shrugging and asking, "Why am I here?" Let’s change that! In this episode of SLP Coffee Talk, we dive into the magic of YouTube and how it can transform social skills therapy. From Big Bang Theory clips to Pixar shorts, discover how to make sessions more engaging, relatable, and effective—without spending hours planning. Get ready for a curated list of must-watch videos, practical tips, and a joke to keep things light. ☕📺
Bullet Points to Discuss:
-Why YouTube Works for Speech Therapy
-Best Video Types
-Screening & Organizing Tips
-Examples & Goals
-Using EdPuzzle & SafeShare
-Discussion Prompts
-Connecting to Student Interests
Here’s what we learned:
- Why YouTube is a goldmine for speech therapy
- Best types of videos to use: TV shows, movies, Pixar shorts, viral clips
- Tips for screening and organizing content efficiently
- Specific video examples with therapy goals (e.g., Big Bang Theory, Inside Out, Zootopia)
- Strategies for leveraging tools like EdPuzzle and SafeShare
- Sample discussion prompts to maximize learning
- How to connect YouTube videos to student interests
Resources mentioned:
The Big Bang Theory 02x22 The Classified Materials Turbulence Intro
Leslie Has The Flu | Parks and Recreation
Pixar Short Films #7 For the Birds 2000
The Present by Jacob Frey
The Science of Empathy by Abigail Marsh
How Miscommunication Happens (and How to Avoid It)
Learn more about Hallie Sherman and SLP Elevate:
📝 Website: https://speechtimefun.com/
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