SPPA 6140 - Linguistic Analysis and Technology in Communication Disorders

This course is designed to supplement, reinforce, and provide practical application of information related to language acquisition, phonology, and diagnosis and appraisal. Students will have the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills through the infusion of technology for analyzing grammatical, semantic, phonological, and pragmatic features of language, techniques and strategies for speech-language assessment/evaluation, tools for literature searches, and information related to assistive technology (including Alternative & Augmentative Communication - AAC). The student is expected to gain both theoretical knowledge of linguistic features and practical skills in computer-aided analysis.

Credits: 1 hour

Notes: Open to Graduate students only.