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Name:                         Mark Mizuko, Ph.D.

 

Appointment:              Professor

                                   Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders

                                   University of Minnesota Duluth

                                    221 Bohannon Hall

                                   1207 Ordean Court

                                   Duluth, Minnesota  55812

                                   (218) 726-8203

                                    mmizuko@d.umn.edu

                                    www.d.umn.edu/csd

 

EDUCATION

 

            Degree             Institution                                                       Year         Major

 

            B.S.                 University of Hawaii                          1972   Speech Pathology/Audiology

            M.S.                University of Hawaii                          1974   Speech Pathology/Audiology

            Ph.D.               University of Wisconsin, Madison     1985   Communicative Disorders

               

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

 

            Teaching:

                        University of Minnesota-Duluth                                 1985-Present

 

                        Current Courses Taught :

                        CSD 5200 Dysphagia

                        CSD 5240 Dementia

                        CSD 5250 Seminar in Aumgnetative Communication

                        CSD 5230 Assistive Technology

                        CSD 8097 Internship: Communication Disorders

                        CSD 8099 Projects in Communication Disorders

                        CSD 8230 Neurogenic Language Disorders

 

            Clinical Supervision:

                        University of Minnesota-Duluth                     1985-Present

 

            Administrative:

                        University of Minnesota-Duluth                                            

                        Department Head                                           1996 - Present

                        Acting Department Head                               1995 Fall Quarter

 

Clinical:

 

                        Speech-Language Pathologist & Audiologist                                     1980 - 1982

                        Community Services for the Developmentally Disabled Branch,

                        Department of Health, Hawaii

 

                        Speech-Language Pathologist & Audiologist                                     1975 - 1980

                        Waimanalo Children & Youth Project

                        Maternal Child Health Branch, Department of Health, Hawaii

 

                        Speech-Language Pathologist                                                             1974 - 1975

                        Wahiawa Child Development Center, Department of Health, Hawaii

 

                        Audiologist & Speech-Language Pathologist                                     1974

                        Vision & Hearing Screening Program, Department of Health, Hawaii.

 

 

PUBLICATIONS

 

Published - Refereed

 

Brorson, K. , Hyppa Martin, J. & Mizuko, M. Different Forms of ePortfolio. International Journal of the Book, 2005.

 

Mizuko, M. , Komarek, R. & Collins, D.  Using of Video Editing Program to Analyze Swallowing, Hearsay:Journal of the Ohio Speech and Hearing Association, 14, 2002.

 

Mizuko, M., Reichle, J. , Esser, J., & Ratcliff, A.   The Effects of Array Sizes and Selection Techniques on Short-Term Visual Memory, Augmentative and Alternative Communication, 10, 1994

 

Mizuko, M.  Response to Hershberger, re: Personal Computers as Augmentative and Alternative Communication Aids (1993).  American Journal of Speech-Language Pathology:  A Journal of Clinical Practice, 3, 89-90, 1994.

 

Mizuko, M.  Personal Computers as Augmentative and Alternative Communication Aids.  American Journal of Speech-Language Pathology:  A Journal of Clinical Practice, 2, 8-10, 1993.

 

Mizuko, M.  The Use of the Macintosh as Communication Aids. Journal for Computers Users in Speech and Hearing,  8, 117-124, 1992.

 

Mizuko, M. & Martin, M.  The Effects of Cueing on Naming.  Aphasiology, 5, 439-441, 1991.

 

Mizuko, M., & Esser, J.  The Effect of Direct Selection and Circular Scanning on Children's Ability to Recall Symbols.  Journal of Speech and Hearing Research, 34, 43-48, 1991.

 

Mizuko, M., &  Reichle, J.  Transparency and Recall of Symbols Among Intellectually Handicapped Adults.   Journal of Speech & Hearing Disorders, 54, 627-633, 1989.

 

Mizuko, M.  Transparency and Ease of Learning of Symbols Represented by Blissymbolics, PCS, and Picsyms.   Augmentative and Alternative Communication, 3, 129-136, 1987.

 

Published - NonRefereed

 

Mizuko, M. Assisted e-mail. Proceedings of EDMEDIA 2003, Honolulu, Hawaii, July 2003.

 

Mizuko, M. & Pollock, P. Adapted E-Mail. Proceedings of E-Learn Conference, Montreal, Canada, October 17, 2002.

 

Mizuko, M. & Chlemik, R. Utilizing Computer Dictation for Language Sample Transcript. Proceedings of WebNet 2001 - World Conference of the WWW and Internet, 2001.

 

Mizuko, M. , Komarek, R., Piette, J., Hatten, J., & Stone, P.  Identification of Swallowing Patterns Associated with Dysphagia, Proceedings of WebNet 99 - World Conference of the WWW and Internet,66, 1999.

 

Mizuko, M.  The Use of TopClass, Proceedings of WebNet 98 - World Conference of the WWW, Internet & Intranet, 67,1998.

 

Mizuko, M. & Collins, D. Creating Computer-Based Communication Aids.  Closing The Gap, 16, 6, 1998.

 

What’s New With Computer Programs? Communicate, 9, 1, 1995.

 

The Use of the Macintosh as an Augmentative and Alternative Aid.  Communicate, 6, 3, 1993.

 

Watkins, C., Bristow, D., Bruno, J., Byers, V., Dawkins, A., Ferketic, M., Glass, R., Mizuko, M., Romich, B., & Williams, T.  Report: Augmentative and Alternative Communication.  American Speech-Language and Hearing Association, 33 (Suppl. 5) , 9-12, 1991.

 

Watkins, C., Bristow, D., Bruno, J., Byers, V., Dawkins, A., Ferketic, M., Glass, R., Mizuko, M., Romich, B., & Williams, T.   Augmentative and Alternative Communication.  American Speech-Language and Hearing Association, 33 (Suppl. 5) , 8 , 1991.

 

Mizuko, M., Benoit, C., & Esser, J.  A Comparison of Recall Between Blissymbols and Enhanced Blissymbols.  Fourth University of Minnesota Research Poster Session, Minneapolis, MN, May 15,1990.

 

Reichle, J., Mizuko, M., Doss, S., Sigafoos, J., & Benson, H.  Current Issues in Building An Initial Communicative Repertoire for Individuals with Severe Developmental Disabilities.  In R. Gaylord Ross (Ed.), Issues and Research in Special Education, Volume 1. New York: Teachers College Press,1990.

 

Romski, M., Wolf, J., Amorillo, T., Bennett-Porter, S. Briggs, M. Flahive, M., Green, T., Hanke, G., Larkins, P., Marcum, D., Mizuko, M., Penner, K., Salazer, D., Trent, D., and Zangari, C.  Service Delivery for Persons with Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities in Community Settings.  American Speech-Language and Hearing Association, 31, 3, 83-87, 1989.

 

Amorillo, T., Briggs, M., Green, T., Larkins, P., Penner, K., Romski, M., Salazer, D., Trent, D., Zangari, C., Schery, T., Waryas, P., Porter, P., Wolf, J., Johnson, L., Flahive, M. Hanke, G., Bennett-Porter, S., Cooper, I., Mizuko, M., Randle, B., Marcum, D., Williams, P., Morris,H., and Herer, G.  Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities Curriculum Guide for Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists.  American Speech-Language and Hearing Association, 31, 3, 94-96, 1989.

 

Focusing in on teaching functional language.  Communicate, 2, 2, 1988.

 

Transparency and Ease of Learning of Symbols Represented by Blissymbolics, PCS, and Picsyms. Third University of Minnesota Research Poster Session, Minneapolis, MN, May 25, 1988.

 

Arranging the Natural Environment for Functional Communication.  Proceedings of The Ninth National Conference of the College of Speech Therapists, Exeter, United Kingdom, September 21-24, 1987.

 

PRESENTATIONS:

 

Language Development Survey, Guest Lecturer, Shanghai Children’s Medical Center, Shanghai, P.R.China, February 1, 2008. 

 

Effects of Senory Stimulation on Physiological Measurements in Persons with Dementia. American Speech-Language and Hearing Association, Boston, MA, November 1, 2007.

 

Interaction Based Treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). The Second Beijing International Forum on Rehabilitation, Beijing, PR China, August 19, 2007.

 

Eye-Gaze Communication Systems. First China International Conference for Speech Therapy, Beijing, PR China, April 7, 2007.

 

High Tech Eye-gaze Tracking: Finding the Right Device for Clients. American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Convention, Miami, FL, November 18, 2006.  

 

Augmentative Communication for Severe Aphasics, Guest Lecturer, China Rehabilitation Research Center, Beijing, P.R.China, July 26, 2006.

 

Eye Gaze Technology, Guest Lecturer, China Rehabilitation Research Center, Beijing, P.R.China, July 26, 2006.

 

Late Talkers, Guest Lecturer, ChongQing Children’s Hospital, ChongQing, P.R.China, July 20, 2006. 

 

Late Talkers, Guest Lecturer, Shanghai Children’s Medical Center, Shanghai, P.R.China, July 18, 2006. 

 

Dementia: Impact of Treatment Strategies on Engagement & Well-being. American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Convention, San Diego, CA November 18, 2005.

             

Educational Benefits on Communication Behaviors in Persons With Dementia. American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Convention, San Diego, CA November 18, 2005.

           

Infrared Eye-gaze Tracking: Joys and Challenges of Ultra High Tech. American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Convention, San Diego, CA November 18, 2005.  

           

It Pays to Work With Dementia Clients: Functional, Reimbursable Theray. American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Convention, San Diego, CA November 18, 2005.

           

Formative Assessment of Student Learning.. American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Convention, San Diego, CA, November 19, 2005.  

 

Compete for Prizes When You Try Our Eye Gaze Response Interface Computer Aid & Other Cutting Edge Assistive Tech Devices. Tech Fest, University of Minnesota Duluth, April 1, 2005.

 

Bruises, Barriers, and Benefits: Building a Vibrant, Institution-Wide E-Portfolio Culture. National Learning Infrastructure Initiative, New Orleans, Jan 24, 2005.

 

Using Eye-Gaze Response Interface Computer Aid (ERICA). Closing the Gap Conference. Edina, Minnesota, Oct. 2004.

 

Different Forms of ePortfolio. International Conference on the Future of the Book, Beijing, China, August 2004.

 

Eye-gaze Response Interface Computer Aid (ERICA), Tech Fest, University of Minnesota Duluth,  April 2,  2004.

 

Assisted e-mail. EDMEDIA 2003, Honolulu, Hawaii, July 2003.

 

Voice Recognition Programs Used for Transcription of Language Samples. American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Convention, Atlanta, Georgia, November 22, 2002.

 

Adapted E-Mail. E-Learn Conference, Montreal, Canada, October 17, 2002.

 

Utilizing Computer Dictation for Language Sample Transcript. WebNet 2001-World Conference of the WWW and Internet, Orlando, Florida, October 25, 2001.

 

Tutorial on Dysphagia on the World Wide Web. American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Annual Convention, San Francisco, California, November 20, 1999.

 

Identification of Swallowing Patterns Associated with Dysphagia.WebNet 99, Association of Advancement of Computing in Education, Honolulu,Hawaii, October, 25, 1999.

 

The Use of TopClass.WebNet 98, Association of Advancement of Computing in Education , Orlando, Florida, November, 12, 1998.

 

The Use of Video Editing Software to Calculate Oral and Pharyngeal Transit Time Measurement. American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Annual Convention, Boston, Washington, November 20, 1997.

 

Use of HyperStudio To Create Speech Feedback Training Modules. American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Annual Convention, Seattle, Washington, November 22, 1996.

 

The Use of HyperStudio Tools to Create Inexpensive Scanning Programs. American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Annual Convention, Orlando, Florida, December 8, 1995.

 

The Use of Hyper Studio to Create Color Communication Boards. American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Annual Convention, New Orleans, Louisiana, November 18, 1994.

 

Computer-Assisted Cognitive Rehabilitation: Feature Analysis Gudie. American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Annual Convention, New Orleans, Louisiana, November 19, 1994.

 

The Use of Microcomputers as Augmentative and Alternative Communication Aids. Ed-Media 94, World Conference on Educational Multimedia and Hypermedia, Vancouver, BC, Canada, June 27, 1994.

 

The Use of HyperCard Utilities to Create Color Communication Baords, with Heidi Hohnstadt and Amy Erickson.  American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, Anaheim, CA, November 19, 1993.

 

The Use of HyperCard Utilities to Create Communication Boards, with  Heidi Hohnstadt.  American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, San Antonio, Texas, November 20, 1992.

 

The Use of Alternate Input Devices with Macintosh Computers, with  Heidi Hohnstadt.  American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, San Antonio, Texas, November 21, 1992.

 

The Intelligibility of Synthesized Speech: Monosyllabic Words Versus Bisyllabic Words, with Sandra Wolf. American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, San Antonio, Texas, November 22, 1992.

 

Simulation of a Communication Device on the Macintosh.  American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Annual Convention, Atlanta, Georgia,  November 24, 1991.

 

Dysphagia and Cognitive Language Impairment Among Acute Rehabilitation TBI Patients, with Cynthia Benoit.  American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Annual Convention, Atlanta, Georgia,  November 22, 1991.

 

A Correlation Between Dysphagia and Cognitive Impairment in TBI Patients, with Cynthia Benoit.  Minnesota Speech-Language-Hearing Association Spring Convention, Bloomington, MN, April 18, 1991.

 

Effects of Array Sizes and Selection Techniques on Visual Memory,  with Joan Esser.  American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Annual Convention, Seattle, Washington, November 17, 1990.

 

A Comparison of Recall Between Blissymbols and Enhanced Blissymbols, with Cynthia Benoit and Joan Esser.  American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Annual Convention, Seattle, Washington, November 18, 1990.

 

The Effects of Cueing Upon Naming Performance, with Melanie Martin.  Fourth International Aphasia Rehabilitation Congress, Edinburgh, Scotland, September 4-6, 1990.

 

Visual Sequential Memory: Direct Selection versus Scanning, with Joan Esser and Kay Richardson.  Fourth International Society for Augmentative and Alternative Communication Biennial Conference, Stockholm, Sweden, August 12-16, 1990.

 

A Comparison of Recall Between Blissymbols and Enhanced Blissymbols, with Cynthia Benoit and Joan Esser.  Fourth University of Minnesota Poster Session: Basic and Applied Bio-Medical Research in Academia and Industry.  Minneapolis, Minnesota, May 15, 1990.

 

The Effect of Direct Selection and Scanning on Visual Recall, with Joan Esser.  American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Annual Convention, St.Louis, Missouri, November 18, 1989.

 

Interactive Approach to Training Graphic Systems Among Developmentally Delayed Adults with Brenda Schrader.  American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Annual Convention, St.Louis, Missouri, November 18, 1989.

 

Intervention Effects on Augmentative Communication System (ACS) User's Interaction Skills, with Joan Esser.  American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Annual Convention, St.Louis, Missouri, November 18, 1989.

 

Transparency and Recall of Symbols Among Intellectually Handicapped Adults,  with Joe Reichle.  American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Annual Convention, Boston, Massachusetts, November 18, 1988.

 

The Relationship of Transparency to Learning of Nonspeech Symbolic System.  International Society for Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Anaheim, California, October 23, 1988.

 

The Effects of Different Training Strategies on Blissymbols and Picsyms.  International Society for Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Anaheim, California, October 23, 1988.

 

Transparency and Ease of Learning of Symbols Represented by  Blissymbolics, PCS, and Picsyms.  Third University of Minnesota Poster Session: Basic and Applied Bio-Medical Research in Academia and Industry,  Minneapolis, Minnesota, May 25, 1988.

 

The Relationship of Iconicity to Learning of Nonspeech Symbolic System.   American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Annual Convention, New Orleans, Louisiana, November 14, 1987.

 

Iconicity and Initial Learning of Three Symbol Systems.  American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Annual Convention, New Orleans, Louisiana, November 14, 1987.

 

The Effects of Intervention of Cross Modal Generalization,  with Joe Reichle.  American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Annual Convention, New Orleans, Louisiana, November 14, 1987.

 

Arranging the Natural Environment for Functional Communication.  The Ninth National Conference of the College of Speech Therapists, Exeter, United Kingdom, September 23, 1987.

 

Iconicity and Initial Learning of Three Symbol Systems in Normal Three Year Old Children.  The Fourth Biennial Conference of the International Society for Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom, September 22, 1986.

 

MR/DD: Personnel Preparation, Networking and Treatment Efficacy  Review.  American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Annual Convention, San Francisco, California, November 19, 1984.

 

A Progress Report on the Speech, Language, and Hearing Program at the Waimanalo Children and Youth Project, State of Hawaii. Directors of Speech and Hearing Programs in State Health and Welfare Agencies, Atlanta, Georgia, November 13, 1979.

 

EDITORIAL CONSULTANT

Consulting Editor, Augmentative and Alternative Communication,1985-Present.

            Consulting Editor, Journal of Speech Language Hearing Research, 2001-02.

            Guest Consulting Editor, Journal of Speech and Hearing Disorders, 1989-90.

            Guest Consulting Editor, Aphasiology , 1993

 

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

            American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (1974-Present)

            American Association of Mental Deficiency (1981)

            The Association for the Severely Handicapped (1981)

            Blissymbolics Communication Institute (1981)

            Directors of Speech and Hearing Programs in State and Welfare Agencies (1979-1982)

            Hawaii Speech-Language-Hearing Association (1974, 1981)

            International Society for Augmentative & Alternative Communication (1986-1990)

 

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATION

            Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology, American Speech-                  Language-Hearing Association (1975-Present)

Speech-Language Pathologist License, Minnesota Dept of Health, 2004-Present.

Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology, American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (1981)

                       

COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS

 

National:        

            ASHA Convention Program Committee Member  (1992, 1994)

            ASHA Committee on Augmentative Communication (1989-91)

            ASHA Committee on Mental Retardation/Developmental Disabilities (1984-86)

 

State:

            Co-chair, Hawaii Ad Hoc Committee on Augmentative Communication (1981-82)

 

University:

Chair (2007) and member, Selection Committee for the Chancellor’s Distinguished Research Award, 2005-07.

 

 

Standards, Communication Sciences & Disorders Program, University of Minnesota-Duluth, 2006-Present.

 

Academic Leadership Council, College of Education and Human Service Professions, University of  Minnesota-Duluth, 2002-Present .

 

Chair, (2000-2004, member since 1997) Campus Subcommittee on Information Technology and Library, University of Minnesota, Duluth.

           

Senate Executive Committee, College of Education and Human Service Professions, University of  Minnesota-Duluth, 1990-92, 1994-96 .

           

Faculty, Staff & Student Development,College of Education and Human Service Professions, University of Minnesota-Duluth, 1992-94.

 

Curriculum, Communication Disorders Program, University of Minnesota-Duluth, 1985-1992, 2004.

           

Physical Facilities, Communication Disorders Program, University of Minnesota-Duluth, 1985-95, 2004.

 

Research & Development, Communication Disorders Program, University of Minnesota-Duluth, 1985-92, 1994-2004.

           

Chair, Research and Development, Communication Disorders Program, University of Minnesota Duluth, 1985-1988, 2000-2004.

           

Student Appeals Committee, College of Education and Human Service Professions, University of Minnesota-Duluth,1986-88.

 

Advancement of Learning Technologies, College of Education and Human Service Professions, University of Minnesota-Duluth, 1985-1988.

           

Symposium on Research in Child Language Disorders, Department of Communicative Disorders, University of Wisconsin-Madison, 1982-85.

 

 

 

 

Updated:  1-24-08