Participants will examine the anatomical and physiological aspects of the normal and impaired processes of communication disorders and processes that will assist with a sense of belonging for individuals with communication disorders. Independence is a critical component for interacting successfully in society. Participants will examine the anatomical and physiological aspects of the normal and impaired processes of communication disorders, and examine resources that will assist persons with communication disorders with gaining a sense of independence. Generosity may be demonstrated through empathy, caring, concern, service, etc. Participants will examine resources which create communication climates that develop generosity within individuals with communication disorders and their communication partners.
Mastery is one of the keys for demonstrating preparedness, responsibility, competence, etc.
Participants will examine concepts which foster understanding of communication for individuals with hearing loss and their communication partners. Lecture, guest lectures, group and individual learning experiences, discussions, etc. There will be four exams, primarily objective in nature including the final. The course Publisher document created as outlined in the project assignment is an appropriate document for inclusion in the student portfolio. Students are expected to be in attendance during scheduled class periods.