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EDU 661 - Communication and Competence

3 Credits
Offered periodically or as needed
This course will explore communication and competence, from the highly to the minimally or non­verbal autistic student, and the theoretical foundations of speech, language, and communication. Communication, communication reciprocity, core skills necessary for social communication and literacy development will be a focus. The course will examine frameworks for effective communication strategies and approaches, as well as the role of communication in social understanding/interaction and behavior. Collaborative and interdisciplinary models of support and service delivery will be examined and be guided by self-advocate accounts.

Prerequisites/Restrictions: Completion of a bachelor’s degree