Description and Analysis of Speech Fluency and "Fluidity" This section will outline a "segmental" and a "dynamic" model for defining, describing, evaluating, and quantifying speech "fluency". Attention is given to the pros and cons of the more traditional "segmental" approach to describing fluency and it's counterpart, disfluency. An alternative method, focusing on describing the parameters and features of "fluid" movement is introduced. Analogies between fluidity of speech and non-speech behaviors are provided. Analysis and rating procedures/forms for both segmental and non-segmental features of speech fluency and fluidity can be found via the link Evaluation of Fluency and Fluency Disorders

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