Course Description
This course will focus on a general overview of the anatomy and physiology of the speech production mechanism. Speech delays and disorders covered include phonology, voice, fluency, and feeding and swallowing disorders in preschool and school aged children. Students will be taught specialized instruction and evidence-based interventions used for remediation and or compensatory strategies. This course will prepare Speech/Language Pathology Assistants for their role in providing assistance to children with these disorders in educational settings. (3 credits)
Prerequisites
- COM 102: Introduction to Language and Communication Development
- COM 103: Standards and Practices for SLPAs in the Schools
Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
Students who successfully complete this course will be able to:
- Discuss the major anatomical and neurological systems and physiological processes that are involved in speech production.
- Discuss the Speech Chain: The basic processes of communication between individuals.
- Describe the significance of speech perception in the development of phonology and phonological awareness.
- Describe the characteristics, etiologies, and impact of articulatory, phonology, voice, and fluency disorders as well as feeding and swallowing disorders.
- Describe preventative approaches for speech disorders and the role of the SLPA in prevention / early intervention.
- Distinguish among different approaches to intervention for these disorders, including intervention delivery options, strategy selection, and material preparation.
- Describe common methods for data collection for these communication disorders.
- Describe the role of the SLPA in supporting therapy plans for students in educational settings who have phonological, voice, fluency, or feeding/swallowing disorders.
Course Activities and Grading
| Assignments | Weight |
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Discussions (Weeks 1-15) | 35% |
Speech Chain Learning Activity (Week 2) | 10% |
Quizzes (Weeks 3, 6, 9, & 13) | 15% |
Midterm Exam (Week 10) | 5% |
Transcription Activities (Weeks 5-8) | 15% |
Methods of Intervention for Speech Disorders Project (Week 14) | 10% |
Comprehensive Final Exam (Week 15) | 10% |
Total | 100% |
Required Textbooks
Available through Charter Oak State College's online bookstore
- Hedge, M.N. (2018). Hedge's PocketGuide to Treatment in Speech-Language Pathology (4th ed). Plural Publishing, Inc. ISBN-10: 1-944883-12-6 or ISBN-13: 978-1-944883-12-6
- Owens, R.E., Owens Jr., R., Farinella, K., Metz, D. (2019). Introduction to Communication Disorders: A Lifespan Evidence-Based Perspective. (6th ed). Boston: Pearson Publishing. ISBN-13: 978-0-13-480147-6
- Reed, V.A. (2018). Introduction to Children with Language Disorders. (5th ed.). Allyn & Bacon, Inc. ISBN-13: 978-0-13-382709-5
Additional Required Materials
- Guidelines for Speech and Language Programs Determining Eligibility for Speech and Language Services Under IDEA. (2007). State of Connecticut, Department of Education Bureau of Special Education
- Guidelines for Feeding and Swallowing Programs in Schools. (2007). State of Connecticut, Department of Education Bureau of Special Education
Course Schedule
Week | SLOs | Readings and Exercises | Assignments |
1 | 6,8 | Topics: Philosophy & Practice of Service
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2 | 1,2,4 | Topics: Anatomy and Physiology of the Speech Mechanism
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3 | 1,3,4 | Topics: Biology and Physiology of Speech Production
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4 | 1,3,4 | Topics: Articulation Disorders and Accent vs. Dialect Differences
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5 | 4,6 | Topics: Articulation, Phonology, Manner & Placement
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6 | 3,6,7 | Topics: Manner and Placement: Phonetic Transcription
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7 | 4,5,6,7 | Topic: The Role Phonology Plays in Literacy Development
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8 | 5,6,7,8 | Topic: Early Intervention for the Prevention of Speech Disorders
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9 | 4,6,8 | Topic: Phonological Disorders vs. Childhood Apraxia of Speech
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10 | 1-8 | Topic: Oral Motor Exercises for Speech Disorders: A Review of Research
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| Midterm Exam Midterm will be cumulative through Week 10 SLOs 1-8 | |||
11 | 4,6,8 | Topic: Neurogenic Disorders of Speech - Childhood Apraxia of Speech vs. Dysarthria
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12 | 4,6,7,8 | Topics: Fluency Disorders and Interventions
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13 | 1,4,6,7,8 | Topics: Cleft Palate & Craniofacial Disorders & Interventions and the Role of AAC
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14 | 4-8 | Topics: Voice Disorders, Dysphagia & Interventions
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15 | 1-8 | Topics: Conclusion and Final Exam
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| Final Exam Final will be cumulative. SLOs 1-8 | |||
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