The Subordination Index (SI) is a measure of syntactic complexity which produces a ratio of total number of clauses (main and subordinate) to the total number of c-units. The SI analysis counts clauses. In this course you will learn how to score language transcripts for SI using SALT and how to compare SI scores to the reference database.
Learner outcomes:
Upon completion of the course the participant will be able to:
- Describe Subordination Index and how it is used to assess syntax.
- Score a language sample for SI following the SI scoring rules.
- Use SALT software to insert SI scores.
- Use SALT software to compare SI scores to samples selected from the SALT reference database.
Materials needed:
- SALT 24 or SALT 20 software. Older versions of the software may be used though you may notice differences in the menu structures and the reports.
- Adobe Reader® or other PDF reader which is needed to view document files.
SALT Course Id: 1501
Level: Intermediate
Time to complete: 2 hours
The Narrative Scoring Scheme (NSS) is an index of speakers ability to produce a coherent narrative. It was developed to create a more objective narrative structure scoring system and is based on an earlier version, Rubric for Completing a Story Grammar Analysis, developed by the Madison Metropolitan School District SALT working group in 1998, to create an objective narrative structure scoring system following the work of Stein and Glenn, 1979; 1982. This scoring procedure combines many of the abstract categories of Story Grammar, adding features of cohesion, connecting events, rationale for characters behavior, and referencing. Each of the scoring categories has explicit examples to establish scoring criteria, reducing the abstractness of the story grammar categories. In this course you will learn how to score language transcripts for NSS using SALT and how to compare NSS scores to the reference databases.
Learner outcomes:
Upon completion of the course the participant will be able to:
- Describe Narrative Scoring Scheme and how it is used to assess narrative structure.
- Score a language sample for NSS following the NSS scoring rules.
- Use SALT software to insert NSS scores.
- Use SALT software to compare NSS scores to samples selected from the SALT reference databases.
Materials needed:
- SALT 24 or SALT 20 software. Older versions of the software may be used though you may notice differences in the menu structures and the reports.
- Adobe Reader® or other PDF reader which is needed to view document files.
SALT Course Id: 1502
Level: Intermediate
Time to complete: 1.5 hours
The Expository Scoring Scheme (ESS) assesses the structure of expository language using a scoring rubric consisting of the essential characteristics of a coherent expository where the speaker explains how to play a game or sport. These characteristics include: object of the game, preparations, how to start, course of play, rules, scoring, duration, strategies, terminology, and cohesion. Learn how to score language transcripts for ESS using SALT and how to compare ESS scores from an individual sample to scores from samples selected from the reference databases.
Learner outcomes:
Upon completion of the course the participant will be able to:
- Describe Expository Scoring Scheme and how it is used to assess expository structure.
- Score a language sample for ESS following the ESS scoring rules.
- Use SALT software to insert ESS scores.
- Use SALT software to compare ESS scores to samples selected from the SALT reference databases.
Materials needed:
- SALT 24 or SALT 20 software. Older versions of the software may be used though you may notice differences in the menu structures and the reports.
- Adobe Reader® or other PDF reader which is needed to view document files.
SALT Course Id: 1503
Level: Intermediate
Time to complete: 1.5 hours
1504: PSS - Persuasive Scoring Scheme
Level: Intermediate
Time to complete: 1.5 hours
The Persuasive Scoring Scheme (PSS) provides a measure to assess the structure of a persuasive argument. Persuasive language skills are an important part of the secondary curriculum and a persuasive language sample and PSS score is an effective way to assess if speakers are making meeting standards. The PSS score is based on the following characteristics: issue identification and desired change, supporting reasons, other point of view, compromises, conclusion, cohesion, and effectiveness. Learn how to score language transcripts for PSS using SALT and how to compare PSS scores from an individual sample to scores from samples selected from the Persuasion reference database.
Learner outcomes:
Upon completion of the course the participant will be able to:
- Describe Persuasion Scoring Scheme and how it is used to assess expository structure.
- Score a language sample for PSS following the PSS scoring rules.
- Use SALT software to insert PSS scores.
- Use SALT software to compare PSS scores to samples selected from the SALT reference databases.
Materials needed:
- SALT 24 or SALT 20 software. Older versions of the software may be used though you may notice differences in the menu structures and the reports.
- Adobe Reader® or other PDF reader which is needed to view document files.
At this time, ASHA will not accept this course for Professional Development Hours.