Time Schedule:
Amy Donaldson
SPHSC 503
Seattle Campus
Application of experimental methods to research in speech and hearing sciences.
Class description
This course will investigate current research and practice of early intervention service provision across disciplines (e.g., SLP, PT, OT, Education, Social Work).
Student learning goals
General method of instruction
Students will critically analyze and apply team-based intervention practices through case-based learning, class discussion, and professional panel presentations, with particular emphasis given to services for young children (birth to age 3) demonstrating developmental disabilities related to social communication deficits.
Recommended preparation
Students enrolled in graduate-level programs should come prepared with a basic foundation in habilitative and/or educational practices related to service provision for children with special needs. Post-professionals working and/or entering into the Early Intervention field are also welcome and encouraged to enroll.
Class assignments and grading
The class will involve hands-on participation, as we explore issues of early intervention across disciplines. Students will participate in case-based learning activities, completion of an individual project, as well as a cumulative group project. Readings will relate to current topics across disciplines.
Assignments are intended to foster students' ability to analyze and synthesize current issues, as well as pose critical questions and provide possible solutions to service provision issues for young children with special needs.
Evaluation will be based on preparation of assigned readings, participation in group learning, and completion of projects.
