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Critical thinking is a prerequisite to making any sound clinical decision. Many students entering into the fields of speech-language pathology and audiology are not equipped with the necessary critical thinking skills to formulate evidence-based clinical decisions. Clinical educators play an integral role in facilitating the development of students' critical thinking skills. Most clinical educators recognize the significance of, and implications for implementing teaching methods which foster critical thinking. However, many clinical educators demonstrate uncertainty about which methods to employ and how to implement such methods. This article will discuss the selection and implementation of effective teaching methods for developing students' critical thinking.

The practice area of clinical supervision has recently acknowledged a demand for efficacious and accessible supervision training opportunities. As with any area of clinical practice, effective supervision requires prior training. Those who engage in supervision practices must be well-trained to adequately support the advancement of evidence-based clinicians. This article will discuss the upcoming changes in supervision training requirements and how embracing these changes will ultimately transform the fields of audiology and speech language pathology.