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Jacqueline Mercer serves as a Senior Lecturer at the University of Akron within the School of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, specifically affiliated with the American Sign Language Program. Her academic role encompasses teaching and clinical training in specialized communication disciplines.
Her research and teaching expertise focuses on American Sign Language acquisition, linguistic structures of signed languages, and Augmentative and Alternative Communication methodologies for individuals with speech impairments. She addresses critical areas in communication disorders through both theoretical frameworks and clinical applications, emphasizing accessibility for Deaf and hard-of-hearing populations.
As a core faculty member in the ASL program, she contributes to curriculum development and clinical training within the university's Audiology and Speech Center, supporting students pursuing careers in speech-language pathology and audiology through specialized instruction in signed language systems.