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SPTH6901

Speech, Language and Swallowing Disorders

10 Units 6000 Level Course

Not available in 2012

Aims to provide students with an overview of speech and language disorders, with particular emphasis on linguistic theories, description and methodology which underpin current knowledge and research in the area. The course is designed for students with backgrounds in linguistics, psychology, or education. Specific topic areas include: acquired and developmental language impairment, dyslexia, phonological disorders, swallowing disorders, voice disorders and stuttering.

Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. Access and comprehend current theoretical literature and empirical research in the area of speech and language disorders.
2. Apply their new learning in the area of speech and language disorders to their prior knowledge or concurrent studies (for example, in linguistics, psychology or education).
Content
1. Physiology of communication and swallowing
2. Taxonomies of communication & communication disorders
3. Developmental speech disorder - including associated swallowing problems
4. Developmental language delay/disorder
5. Developmental dyslexia
6. Acquired adult speech disorder (dysarthria) including associated swallowing probelms
7. Acquired adult cognitive communication disability
8. Acquired adult language disorder (aphasia)
9. Stuttering
10. Voice disorders
11. Social perspectives on communication & communication disorders
Replacing Course(s)
Not applicable.
Transition
Not applicable.
Industrial Experience
0
Assumed Knowledge
None
Modes of Delivery
Flexible Delivery / Student Centred Learning
Teaching Methods
Email Discussion Group
Self Directed Learning
Assessment Items
Examination: On-line
30%. Available week 12; due week 14.
Essays / Written Assignments
40%. Written assignment due week 10. 2000 words.
Group/tutorial participation and contribution
30%. Contribution to online discussion forums; 3 forums across semester, 10% each.
Contact Hours
Self Directed Learning: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Email Discussion Group: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term