
Ms Joanne Walters
Lecturer
School of Humanities and Social Science (Speech Pathology)
- Email:joanne.walters@newcastle.edu.au
- Phone:02 49217350
Career Summary
Biography
Joanne Walters is a Lecturer and Clinical Education Coordinator for the Speech Pathology (honours) program at the University of Newcastle, Australia.
In her role as lecturer she teaches into all years of the program with an emphasis on translation of theoretical knowledge into clinical practice and her interest area of paediatric speech sound disorders.
In her role as clinical education coordinator she is responsible for strategic planning and implementation of the clinical education program.
Joanne is a qualified speech pathologist with particular interest in exploring and engaging with diversity in clinical education through use of innovative models of clinical education that enhance the student learning experience. She facilitates training for numerous clinical educators directly associated with the program at UoN.
Current research projects include evaluation of a range of clinical education models and the use of simulation. Joanne is currently an investigator on a national grant funded through the Department of Health investigating the development of a framework for embedding simulation in clinical training in Australian speech pathology curricula.
Joanne’s excellence in engaging with Work Integrated Learning (WIL) activities have seen her formally recognised with 3 university awards for engaging in WIL, internationally, in schools and in aged care.
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Qualifications
- Graduate Certificate in Health Promotion, University of Newcastle
Keywords
- Clincal Education
- Clinical skills
- Evidence Based Practice
- Interprofessional Learning (IPL)
- Paediatric language
- Paediatric speech sound disorders
- Professional Issues
- Simulation
- Speech Sound Disorders
- Work Integrated Learning
Professional Experience
UON Appointment
Title | Organisation / Department |
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Lecturer | University of Newcastle School of Humanities and Social Science Australia |
Lecturer | University of Newcastle School of Humanities and Social Science Australia |
Publications
For publications that are currently unpublished or in-press, details are shown in italics.
Journal article (7 outputs)
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2020 |
Hill AE, Ward E, Heard R, McAllister S, McCabe P, Penman A, et al., 'Simulation can replace part of speech-language pathology placement time: A randomised controlled trial', INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY, (2020)
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2020 |
Hewat S, Penman A, Davidson B, Baldac S, Howells S, Walters J, et al., 'A framework to support the development of quality simulation-based learning programmes in speech language pathology', International Journal of Language and Communication Disorders, 55 287-300 (2020) [C1] © 2020 Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists Background: Simulation-based learning provides students with a safe learning environment, guaranteed exposure to specific cl... [more] © 2020 Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists Background: Simulation-based learning provides students with a safe learning environment, guaranteed exposure to specific clinical scenarios and patients, time for reflection and repetition of tasks, and an opportunity to receive feedback from multiple sources. Research including studies specific to allied health training programmes have demonstrated that simulation-based learning also helps increase learners¿ confidence and reduces anxiety related to clinical environments, activities and skills. Such evidence, together with increasing challenges in provision of workplace clinical education, has supported an expansion of integrating simulation-based learning into university curricula. Aims: To provide detailed information about the processes and considerations involved in the development of a simulation-based learning programme for speech¿language pathology. Methods & Procedures: Through reflection on the development process of a 5-day simulation-based learning programme, and in light of existing research in simulation, this paper outlines the important steps and considerations required for the development of a simulation-based learning programme to support student competency development in adult speech pathology range of practice areas. Main Contribution: A proposed framework for the development of future simulation-based learning programmes in speech¿language pathology. Conclusions & Implications: The framework can be applied to simulation-based learning for university programmes and/or workplace training in speech¿language pathology and across several other health disciplines.
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2019 |
Unicomb R, Walters J, Pullin L, Bowen C, 'Listening to SLPs: How helpful are Australian English acquisition norms for velar stops to the child speech evaluation process?', Journal of Clinical Practice in Speech-Language Pathology, 21 87-94 (2019) [C1]
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2017 |
Webb GL, Hewat S, Walters J, Wenger T, Laurence A, 'NUSpeech A model for international clinical placements in speech-language pathology.', Journal of Clinical Practice in Speech-Language, 19 157-162 (2017) [C1]
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Conference (13 outputs)
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2019 |
Alley N, Walters J, Unicomb R, Unicomb R, 'Production of /k/ and /g/ in Australian school-aged children: A retrospective file audit', Brisbane (2019)
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2019 |
White H, Walters J, Unicomb R, Little A, 'Speech pathology in schools (SPinS): Use of technology to facilitate caregiver communication and home practice', Brisbane (2019)
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2019 |
Unicomb R, Walters J, Hewat S, Spencer E, Webb G, 'Scaffolding for student success in learning (3SL): A framework for teaching and learning in speech pathology', Brisbane, Australia (2019)
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Report (1 outputs)
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2018 |
Hewat S, Walters J, 'Clinical Education In Australia: Building a Profession for the Future', Speech Pathology Australia, 68 (2018)
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Grants and Funding
Summary
Number of grants | 6 |
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Total funding | $144,031 |
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20201 grants / $5,000
Exploring current and recent Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students' experience on clinical placement in social work and speech pathology$5,000
Funding body: Faculty of Education and Arts, University of Newcastle
Funding body | Faculty of Education and Arts, University of Newcastle |
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Project Team | Dr Gwendalyn Webb (Lead), Mr Phillip Pallas, Ms Joanne Walters and Miss Rhyann Roberts |
Scheme | Strategic Network and Pilot Project Grants Scheme |
Role | Investigator |
Funding Start | 2020 |
Funding Finish | 2020 |
GNo | |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | N |
20191 grants / $14,725
Developing the speech pathology research network through measuring and building impact, and engagement capacity in the University of Newcastle's speech pathology clinics$14,725
Funding body: Faculty of Education and Arts, University of Newcastle
Funding body | Faculty of Education and Arts, University of Newcastle |
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Project Team | Dr Rachael Unicomb (Lead), Dr Joanne Walters, Dr Sally Hewat, Dr Elizabeth Spencer, Dr Gwendalyn Webb |
Scheme | Strategic Network and Pilot Project Grants Scheme |
Role | Investigator |
Funding Start | 2019 |
Funding Finish | 2019 |
GNo | |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | N |
20172 grants / $67,338
SPA Clinical Education in Australia Project$52,338
Funding body: Speech Pathology Australia
Funding body | Speech Pathology Australia |
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Project Team | Associate Professor Sally Hewat, Ms Joanne Walters |
Scheme | Research Grant |
Role | Investigator |
Funding Start | 2017 |
Funding Finish | 2017 |
GNo | G1700878 |
Type Of Funding | C3111 - Aust For profit |
Category | 3111 |
UON | Y |
Society, Health and Disability Research Group: New Horizons$15,000
Funding body: University of Newcastle - Faculty of Education and Arts
Funding body | University of Newcastle - Faculty of Education and Arts |
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Scheme | FEDUA Strategic Networks and Pilot Projects (SNaPP) |
Role | Investigator |
Funding Start | 2017 |
Funding Finish | 2017 |
GNo | |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | N |
20152 grants / $56,968
Embedding Simulation in Speech Pathology$46,050
Funding body: Speech Pathology Australia
Funding body | Speech Pathology Australia |
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Project Team | Associate Professor Sally Hewat, Ms Joanne Walters, Ms Anne Hill, Prof Liz Ward, Associate Professor Elizabeth Cardell, Ms Simone Howell, Associate Professor Tricia McCabe, Dr Alison Purcell, Associate Professor Bronwyn Davidson, Ms Stacey Baldac, Dr Robert Heard |
Scheme | Research Grant |
Role | Investigator |
Funding Start | 2015 |
Funding Finish | 2016 |
GNo | G1501542 |
Type Of Funding | Contract - Aust Non Government |
Category | 3AFC |
UON | Y |
Identifying key performance indicators (KPIs) relevant for adult and aged care (3rd yr) speech pathology on clinical placements (SPTH 3080) (in Hunter New England Health and Central Coast Local Health$10,918
Funding body: Mid North Coast Local Health District
Funding body | Mid North Coast Local Health District |
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Project Team | Doctor Nicole Byrne, Ms Joanne Walters, Dr Anne Vertigan |
Scheme | Hunter and Coast ICTN Research and Quality Improvement Small Grant |
Role | Investigator |
Funding Start | 2015 |
Funding Finish | 2015 |
GNo | G1500760 |
Type Of Funding | Other Public Sector - Commonwealth |
Category | 2OPC |
UON | Y |
News
UoN’s Speech Pathology work recognised internationally
May 26, 2014
Talking speech research
December 3, 2013
Ms Joanne Walters
Position
Lecturer
Speech Pathology
School of Humanities and Social Science
College of Human and Social Futures
Focus area
Speech Pathology
Contact Details
joanne.walters@newcastle.edu.au | |
Phone | 02 49217350 |
Office
Room | SR146 |
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Building | SR Building |
Location | Callaghan University Drive Callaghan, NSW 2308 Australia |