EXED 343. Communication Language and Literacy for Learners on the Adapted Curriculum

Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID 014375

This course is designed to provide an introduction to the communication, language, social skills and literacy needs of learners with disabilities who participate in the adapted curriculum. The course provides an introduction to teaching communication skills as well as using alternative and augmentative communication. We will explore assessment and instruction in communication and language skills, social skills, and literacy instruction (including reading and writing). We will consider a range of instructional methodologies and techniques for providing instruction, support and generalization of skills in these areas. This course focuses on evidence-based instructional practices in communication, language, social skills, and literacy and how to integrate these practices into teaching. Corequisite(s): EXED 342 .