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We've all been there: needing a quick language sample but lacking time for a full, elab…

August 25, 2026 · Maya G., CCC-SLP

We've all been there: needing a quick language sample but lacking time for a full, elaborate one. Even a short, targeted sample can provide valuable insights into a student's functional communication.

One practical shortcut is to have a simple, open-ended prompt ready, like asking them to describe their favorite game, a recent event, or a picture. Focus on eliciting narrative or descriptive language, rather than just answering questions.

When you do get those utterances, SLP Draft lets you easily enter your language sample data, including per-utterance morpheme counts for a more accurate MLU calculation. It helps streamline your analysis even with a concise sample.

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