A Survey of Communication Sciences and Disorders Students’ AI Usage and Perspectives

What is it about?

This article presents findings of a national survey investigating the perspectives and usage habits of students in Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) programs involving artificial intelligence (AI). The survey was informed by prior work by Austin et al. (2025). Undergraduate and graduate CSD students were targeted for this study. In addition to findings from this study, the authors present recommendations for CSD programs to consider involving methods to enhance AI literacy and integration.

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Why is it important?

This work adds further insights into the perspectives and usage habits of CSD students in AI technologies. Given this technology’s growing role within society, there is a need for serious consideration among CSD educational programs for how AI can impact both the education of future professionals and their eventual field service. Survey findings indicate notable interest in AI technologies by students as well as a desire for greater clarity regarding AI guidelines at the program level. While students reported concerns about the impacts of AI, the majority of students demonstrated a desire to learn more about AI. The authors recommend more involved consideration of AI-literacy opportunities and AI usage guidelines at the CSD course and program level while also ensuring that such guidelines and clear as well as accessible for CSD students.

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