CSD 448 - Language and Literacy Disorders in Children (3 cr.)

CSD448 examines the characteristics, assessment and intervention of language disorders in children, from birth through adolescence, including specific language impairment, language learning disability, autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disability and hearing impairment. Areas of instruction will include manifestations of language disorders in various language domains, including semantics, morphosyntax, pragmatics, phonological awareness, and literacy. The areas of study include the impact of commonly co-occurring cognitive characteristics (e.g., executive dysfunction), multicultural issues in assessment and treatment (e.g., cultural competence), assistive technology, and evidence-based practices.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C CSD 241 and Junior standing.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring