EDS 209 - Developing Augmentative and Alternative Communication Systems: Assessment and Intervention

Institution:

California State University-Sacramento

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Description:

Developing Augmentative and Alternative Communication Systems: Assessment and Intervention. Participants will learn: a) how to assess communicating behavior from nonsymobolic to symbolic and unintentional to sophisticated in students with disabilities; b) to work with audiologists and ophthalmologists to assess sensory functioning related to communication; c) to develop communication system intervention plans, both low and high tech; and d) how to implement instruction across multiple environments and with multiple partners. In addition, students will learn strategies for facilitating interactions between students with and without disabilities, teaching others to utilize adapted communication systems, and collaboration with varied professionals. Prerequisite: EDS 119, EDS 130A, EDS 130B, EDS 205, EDS 206, EDS 208, EDS 216A, EDS 216B, EDS 220, EDS 235, EDS 291A, EDS 219B, EDS 413 or equivalents. Corequisite: EDS 414 or advisor approval. Graded: Graded Student. Units: 3.0

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.csus.edu

Phone Number:

(916) 278-6011

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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