Research/Projects
Dissertation
PRE-DISSERTATION STUDY
Dissertation
For my Dissertation Study a mixed-methods study with individuals who use speech generating devices and their caregivers was conducted to investigate the length of time it takes to install smart home technology equipment, teach basic, moderate, and advanced SSVC applications through the InViSTA (Independence via Smart Technology Activation) Program, the impact of smart home technology on independence for individuals who use augmentative and alternative communication, and participant patterns of SSVC applications across four domains (i.e., environmental controls, information gathering, recreation/leisure, and communication).
FOCUS GROUP
PRE-DISSERTATION STUDY
Dissertation
A Focus group was done with Individual Education Plan Team Members' to gain their perceptions on Smart Home Technology for Individuals with Multiple Disabilities.
PRE-DISSERTATION STUDY
PRE-DISSERTATION STUDY
SCOPING REVIEW OF SMART HOME TECHNOLOGY
For my Pre-Dissertation Study a series of interviews with individuals who have spinal cord injury and are super users of Smart Home Technology were conducted to understand how Smart Home Technology is being used as a form of assistive technology.
SCOPING REVIEW OF SMART HOME TECHNOLOGY
SCOPING REVIEW OF SMART HOME TECHNOLOGY
SCOPING REVIEW OF SMART HOME TECHNOLOGY
As a foundation for my research on Smart Home Technology as a new form of assistive technology for individuals with disabilities, I did a scoping review to see what information was available in the literature. This process took about a year to complete.
INTERFACE DESIGN
SCOPING REVIEW OF SMART HOME TECHNOLOGY
INTERFACE DESIGN
Exploring new interface design options for Speech Generating Devices with the Engineering department. Focus is on promoting social communication and increasing speed of communication.
EXOSKELETONS
SCOPING REVIEW OF SMART HOME TECHNOLOGY
INTERFACE DESIGN
Exploring Exoskeletons with the Engineering department as a new form of support to promote direct selection for individuals with complex communication needs.
PREality Community Based Instruction
2020 Ohio University Expo Pitch Competition
PREality Community Based Instruction
Exploring the use of VR for community-based instruction. VR could be used as a PREality and a bridge between the classroom and the community environment for individuals with disabilities (Fang, 2017).
EXPERIENCING LITERACY
2020 Ohio University Expo Pitch Competition
PREality Community Based Instruction
You do not need to be a reader to experience literacy! Students with severe and complex needs can experience literacy regardless of cognitive ability or decoding abilities through modified literacy, socialization, Mobility Opportunities via Education (MOVE curriculum) and motivation.
2020 Ohio University Expo Pitch Competition
2020 Ohio University Expo Pitch Competition
2020 Ohio University Expo Pitch Competition
A social venture was developed to provide information on Smart Home Technology and the potential impact on independence for individuals with multiple disabilities. This social venture tied for 3rd place in the Ohio University Center for Entrepreneurship's 2020 Expo Pitch Competition. Click on the link to watch the trailer. The link for the full submission is located under the information on the Pitch in the "Awards/Honors" Tab.
Presentations
American Speech – Language – Hearing Association (ASHA)
Boster, J. B., McCarthy, J. W., Spitzley, A. M., Corso, C. L., Castle, T., Jewell, A. (2018, November) Arts-Based Interventions Improving Social and Participation Outcomes for Individuals with Communication Disorders: A Systematic Review. Seminar 1-hour Presentation annual convention of the American Speech – Language – Hearing Association; Boston, Massachusetts.
Boster, J. B., McCarthy, J. W., & Corso, C. L. (2018, November) Student Centered Interprofessional Education Activities: How to Start & Measure Outcomes. Poster Presentation annual convention of the American Speech – Language – Hearing Association; Boston, Massachusetts.
Corso, C. L. & McCarthy, J.W. (2020, November). 11256: Discovering the Impact of Smart Home Technology on Independence for Individuals Who Use AAC. Proposal accepted at the Annual Convention of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, San Diego, CA (Convention canceled).
Corso, C. L. & McCarthy, J.W. (2019, November) Imagine More with Smart Home Technology: Experiences from Superusers who have High Spinal Cord Injury. Seminar 1-hour Presentation annual convention of the American Speech – Language – Hearing Association; Orlando, Florida.
Corso, C. L. & McCarthy, J.W. (2019, November) Reflections from the Experts: IEP team Perceptions on Smart Home Technology. Poster Presentation annual convention of the American Speech – Language – Hearing Association; Orlando, Florida.
Corso, C. L. & McCarthy, J.W. (2018, November) Smart Home Technology as Assistive Technology: Experience of Individuals with High Spinal Cord Injury. Poster Presentation annual convention of the American Speech – Language – Hearing Association; Boston, Massachusetts.
Corso, C. L. & McCarthy, J.W. (2018, November) A Scoping Review of Smart Home Technology & Implications for People with Multiple Disabilities. Poster Presentation annual convention of the American Speech – Language – Hearing Association; Boston, Massachusetts.
Corso, C. L., & Sparte, A.M. (2015, November) Experiencing literacy with students who have severe and complex needs. Poster Presentation annual convention of the American Speech – Language – Hearing Association; Denver, Colorado.
Corso, C. L. (2013, November) Clinically Applying What I Learned at ASHA: Improving communication in severely impaired students using iPads. Poster Presentation annual convention of the American Speech – Language – Hearing Association; Chicago, Illinois.
Hirn, J.L., Spitzley, A., Corso, C. L., Wright, B., Lynch, E., & Hart, B. (2020, November). 10949: Perspectives of PhD Students in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology: Breaking Barriers and Discovering Opportunities. Proposal accepted at the Annual Convention of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, San Diego, CA (Convention canceled).
McCarthy, J.W., Spitzley, A. M., Corso, C. L. & Koehl, B. (2019, November) Accessing the Possibilities: Where Have We Been and Where Do We Go in Scanning. Technical Clinical Presentation annual convention of the American Speech – Language – Hearing Association; Orlando, Florida.
McCarthy, J.W., Spitzley, A. M., Corso, C. L. (2019, November) Visual Thinking Strategies to Improve Critical Thinking & Observation Skills in Graduate Students. Poster Presentation annual convention of the American Speech – Language – Hearing Association; Orlando, Florida.
Assistive Technology Industry Association (ATIA)
Corso, C. L. (2021, January) Smart Home Technology for People Using AAC: Managing Setup and Implementation. 1-hour Educational Presentation at the annual convention of Assistive Technology Industry Association; Virtual Conference.
Corso, C. L. (2020, January) Smart Home Technology: Experiences of Superusers with Spinal Cord Injury. 1-hour Educational Presentation at the annual convention of Assistive Technology Industry Association; Orlando, Florida.
International Society for Augmentative and Alternative Communication (ISAAC)
Corso, C. L. & McCarthy, J.W. (2021, August) Impact of Smart Home Technology on Independence for Individuals Who Use AAC: Installation Process. e-Poster Presentation at the first International Society for Augmentative and Alternative Communication (ISAAC) Connect convention; Virtual Conference.
Corso, C. L. & McCarthy, J.W. (2020, August - POSTPONED) Going Beyond the Borders of Smart Home Technology: Suggestions of Use from the Experts. Interactive Seminar Presentation (60 minutes) at the biannual convention of the International Society for Augmentative and Alternative Communication; Cancun, Mexico.
Corso, C.L. & McCarthy, J.W. (2018, July) A Scoping Review of Smart Home Technology and Implications for People with Multiple Disabilities.Platform Presentation (30 minutes) at the biannual convention of the International Society for Augmentative and Alternative Communication; Gold Coast, Australia.
Council for Exceptional Children (CEC)
Corso, C.L., & Sparte, A.M. (2016, April) Experiencing literacy with students who have severe and complex needs. Presentation with Question & Answers at the annual convention of the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC), St. Louis, Missouri.