Carryover
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Carryover is using a skill learned in therapy, such as a corrected speech sound, automatically in everyday settings and conversation.
Topic: Speech and language
In plain terms
A student may produce /r/ perfectly in the therapy room but not in the classroom or at home. Carryover is the stage of therapy aimed at closing that gap. It is supported by practice in real activities, involving teachers and families, and self-monitoring, such as noticing and fixing one's own errors.
How it shows up in an IEP
Carryover goals specify the setting and listener: "will produce /r/ correctly in 80% of words during classroom discussions, rated by the teacher." Data from outside therapy shows real progress.
Example
A student records a two-minute talk with a parent at home each week and counts correct /s/ sounds, moving from 60% to 85% over a month.
Not the same as Generalization
Generalization is the broad term for using any skill in new settings. Carryover is the term SLPs use for speech and language skills. Read the definition of Generalization.
Related terms
- GeneralizationGeneralization is a student's use of a learned skill in new settings, with new people or materials, and without the original teaching supports.
- ArticulationArticulation is the physical production of speech sounds using the lips, tongue, teeth, jaw and palate.
- Self-regulationSelf-regulation is the ability to manage one's energy, emotions, attention and behavior to fit the situation and reach goals.
- Speech-language therapySpeech-language therapy is a service from a speech-language pathologist for students with speech, language, voice, fluency or social communication needs.
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