This module is undertaken in the second term of study. It builds upon and extends the knowledge gained from the modules in term 1 to further develop the students understanding of the structure of language and introduces the basic principles of speech and language pathology in children.
The module begins with a more detailed consideration of English grammar. This represents a continuation and development of linguistic knowledge introduced within The Structure and Development of Language module to ensure a comprehensive understanding of language structure and the principles of syntactic analysis.
While the emphasis in the first term was on the development of background knowledge in the development and function of normal speech and language processes, emphasis in this, the second term, is on the application of this knowledge to the understanding of simpler speech and language pathologies. The descriptive background gained in the first term constitutes the framework upon which this critical understanding of language pathology is based.
Lastly this module introduces a number of skills and concepts fundamental to the practice of speech and language therapy. These include the process of critical review of data and evidence based practice
MODULE CONTENT
1) Phonological impairments
2) Language impairments
3) Evidence based practice and beginning diagnosis
4) Multidisciplinary working in theory and practice
5) Assessment tools and techniques
6) Teaching and learning strategies
7) Clinical content
8) Assessment
- Module Supervisor: Nelly Joye
