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2025 AKSHA Convention Speakers! More Information to be added soon!


About Dr. Raj:

Dr. Erik X. Raj holds a Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and is a practicing speech-language pathologist who collaborates with children and adults experiencing various communication challenges. He currently serves as an associate professor in the Department of Speech-Language Pathology at Monmouth University in West Long Branch, New Jersey, where he also directs the Meaningful Digital Experiences Research Lab.

Dr. Raj regularly presents interactive workshops, both nationally and internationally, demonstrating how speech-language pathologists can integrate digital technologies to engage and educate clients. In addition to creating dozens of speech therapy-related mobile apps and video games, he consults with numerous educational technology companies on research and development to advance innovative tools for learning.

He earned his Doctor of Philosophy in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan, and most recently completed the Games for Teaching and Workplace Learning Microcredential from California State University, Fullerton.

Course Description:

Immerse yourself in this hands-on course designed for speech-language pathologists eager to harness the power of digital play with teenagers and adults. Through interactive demonstrations and practical exploration, participants will discover a variety of tools—from simple digital solutions to advanced digital experiences—that can transform therapy sessions, boost client engagement, and enhance clinical outcomes.

This session will explore how digital play can be seamlessly integrated into therapy for diverse populations. Participants will gain actionable insights into best practices for implementation, ethical considerations, and strategies to foster meaningful client interactions and progress in both remote and in-person settings. Whether you are new to the field or looking to deepen your expertise, this course will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to navigate the evolving landscape of technology-enhanced therapy, with digital play being at the center of it.

Learning Outcomes:

• After completing this course, participants will be able to identify at least three ways digital games can be used to support receptive and expressive language development in teenagers and adults.

• After completing this course, participants will be able to demonstrate how to integrate role-play activities inspired by digital games to foster narrative skills, collaboration, and meaningful dialogue.

• After completing this course, participants will be able to design therapy activities that bridge digital and real-world experiences, aligning with clients’ strengths and interests to promote engagement and communication success.


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Anchorage, AK 99511

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