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Bjorem /ɹ/ Inventory: Includes R Handbook

Kelly Farquharson, Carol Koch, Aishwarya Vohra

  • Bjorem /ɹ/ Inventory
  • Bjorem /ɹ/ Inventory
    Dives deep into various linguistic contexts for /ɹ/, including 7 facilitative contexts, R clusters, Vocalic R, and Dialect Phrases

67 pages
Interest Age: 1 to 16
2024

The inventory provides clinicians with a systematic means for identifying which contexts support an accurate /ɹ/ production, as well as items to identify whether dialect might be influencing /ɹ/ production. Includes:

  • Assessment tool, including 7 Facilitative contexts, R clusters, Vocalic R, and 14 dialect-sensitive phrases
  • R Handbook (31 pages)

This inventory tool dives deep into various linguistic contexts for /ɹ/, including 7 facilitative contexts, R clusters, Vocalic R, and Dialect Phrases (both rhotic and non-rhotic). It's designed to be comprehensive, offering analysis in single words and phrases. Special attention is given to dialect-sensitive phrases, ideal for identifying non-rhotic dialects from regions like Eastern America, the UK, and Australia, ensuring a culturally sensitive approach to speech therapy.

Bjorem /ɹ/ Inventory is a comprehensive resource that explores the complexities of the /ɹ/ sound across various linguistic contexts. It includes analysis across 7 facilitative contexts, R clusters, Vocalic R, and dialect-sensitive phrases, making it a versatile tool for speech therapists. Designed for in-depth inventory, this tool covers both single words and phrases, allowing for a thorough exploration of /ɹ/ in different environments.

What sets this inventory apart is its attention to dialectical variation. With specialised phrases that account for both rhotic and non-rhotic dialects, it’s perfect for working with clients from diverse linguistic backgrounds, including those from non-rhotic dialect regions like Eastern America, the UK, and Australia. This ensures your therapy approach is culturally sensitive and regionally accurate, empowering you to meet your clients’ specific needs.

The /ɹ/ Inventory comes with a handbook download which include protocols for the Inventory.