Unit three, Treatment, will focus on approaches, theory and facilitative strategies. All sections will emphasize developmentally appropriate practice. Additional topics will include multicultural issues, and articulatory deficits related to hearing impairment, dysarthria, cleft palate and apraxia. Attendance and class participation are mandatory components of this course. Students should prepare for class by completing all assigned readings and working through associated exercises before coming to class.
Time is allotted at the beginning of each class to address specific questions.
Attendance will be taken and several group activities will be given throughout the course to illustrate concepts explained during lectures. The first midterm will cover basic concepts, terminology, and typical phonological development. The second midterm will cover general issues in phonological assessment. The final exam will be cumulative. Examinations will be open book , however, you are encouraged to know concepts and procedures well as you will not be given more than the allotted time frame.