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Pediatric Language Disorders (492-0-20)

Instructors

Maranda Jones

Meeting Info

Frances Searle Building 3220: Tues, Thurs 12:30PM - 1:50PM

Overview of class

Overview of potential etiologies and characteristics of language disorders in children from infancy through adolescence. Focus on assessment, diagnosis, and effective treatment of children with specific language impairments, autism spectrum disorders, and cognitively based language impairments as well as the interplay between language, learning, and literacy. Emphasis on the integration of normative data, scientific knowledge, and clinical practice.

Class Materials (Required)

• None (all on Canvas)

Class Notes

This course provides an overview of potential etiologies and characteristics of language disorders in children from infancy through adolescence. There is a focus on assessment, diagnosis, and effective treatment of children with specific language impairments, autism spectrum disorders, and cognitively based language impairments as well as the interplay between language, learning, and literacy. Emphasis on the integration of normative data, scientific knowledge, and clinical practice.