Language for Learning: How to Encourage More Complex Language

Anne Hoffmann, PhD, CCC-SLP, is an assistant professor and speech-language pathologist in the Communication Disorders & Sciences and Pediatrics departments at Rush University. Her research examines language and social communication development in individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders, especially Fragile X syndrome. Her teaching and clinical interests focus on pediatric speech and language disorders. Hoffmann completed her doctoral work at The Ohio State University and then completed her post-doctoral position in pediatrics at Rush University.

Kristen Vincent, MA, CCC-SLP, has a bachelor’s and master’s in speech-language pathology from the University of Florida. With more than 20 years of experience, she is currently a licensed professional in Illinois. Within Rush University Medical Center, Kristen is part of a medical diagnostic clinic with the Department of Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics. She provides evaluation, treatment, and patient advocacy for a Rush Neurobehavioral Center (RNBC) caseload. She is an instructional and clinical faculty member in the Communication Disorders and Sciences (CDS) department at Rush University. She participates in clinical research for many departments.