EP 0665 - Language, Communication Development & Augmentative Communication in Autism Spectrum Disorders

Institution:

Nova Southeastern University

Subject:

EP - Exceptional Student Educ

Description:

A. Communication is one of the most significant deficits for most individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). This course will focus on the nature of the language and communication difficulties and methods for remediating them using high and low levels of technology. Research supporting the use of a variety of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), language facilitation, and assistive technology to support communication development will be discussed. The role of assistive technology in language facilitation, teaching literacy, and providing a method for communication for children who are nonverbal will be reviewed. Students will complete field experiences to create communication and literacy activities for home and school settings. Pre-Requisites: EP 0650 and EP 0655.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Multiple

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.nova.edu

Phone Number:

(954) 262-7300

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Trimester

The Course Profile information is provided and updated by third parties including the respective institutions. While the institutions are able to update their information at any time, the information is not independently validated, and no party associated with this website can accept responsibility for its accuracy.