Avinash Mishra, Ph.D., CCC-SLP
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Dr. Mishra enjoys connecting clinical scenarios to classroom instruction.
Degrees & Certifications
- Ph.D., Columbia University (Communication Sciences & Disorders) 2017
- MS, Northwestern University (Speech, Language & Learning) 2012
- BA, University of Iowa (Speech and Hearing Science) 2010
- American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP)
- Connecticut Speech Language Pathology License
- Joint Attention, Symbolic Play, Engagement, and Regulation (JASPER)
- Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS)
- Dynamic Temporal and Tactile Cueing (DTTC)
Teaching Responsibilities
Dr. Mishra teaches courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels in the areas of speech, language, clinical methods, and Autism and related disorders. Undergraduate courses include Development of Language and Phonetics. Graduate courses include Screening and Diagnostics, School-Based SLP Practice, Autism, AAC, and Severe Disorders of Communication and Intensive Clinical Experiences.
Research Interests & Grants
Dr. Mishra conducts research in the areas of ASD and AAC. He most recently published on gestural communication in toddlers with ASD versus controls. Dr. Mishra’s work has been supported by SHU funding as well as the Connecticut Health and Educational Facilities Authority (CHEFA). His research is often conducted in collaboration with undergraduate and graduate students, practicing speech-language pathologists, and faculty of related disciplines.
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