Affiliations:
Department of Rehabilitation Health Sciences, College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Speech audiometry plays an important role in comprehensive hearing assessment; however, standardized materials designed for the Saudi Arabic dialect are currently unavailable. This study proposes a conceptual framework to guide the development of culturally and linguistically appropriate speech audiometry materials. A systematic literature review covering the period from 2004 to 2025 was conducted following PRISMA guidelines, and Design Science Research principles were applied to structure the framework. The proposed framework consists of four stages: (1) foundational linguistic and clinical analysis, (2) development and validation of core materials, (3) production of standardized assessment tools, and (4) implementation for clinical application and outcomes. The framework addresses key gaps in audiological practice in Saudi Arabia by providing a structured and evidence-based approach to developing ecologically valid assessment tools. It offers a systematic process that moves from identifying the problem to developing practical solutions, with the goal of improving diagnostic accuracy, rehabilitation effectiveness, and patient outcomes within the diverse linguistic context of Saudi Arabia.
Speech audiometry, Saudi Arabic dialect, Hearing assessment, Audiology materials development, Clinical audiology
https://doi.org/10.21833/ijaas.2026.03.019
Alkhamees, A. H. (2026). Conceptual framework for speech audiometry materials in the Saudi Arabic dialect. International Journal of Advanced and Applied Sciences, 13(3), 190–197. https://doi.org/10.21833/ijaas.2026.03.019