CSD 40600 - Field Experience In Augmentative/Alternative Communication

A senior level capstone experience designed to give the student an opportunity to participate in a class/event that incorporates knowledge and skills developed in the Communication Sciences and Disorders curriculum. By identifying prejudices concerning individuals who have severe communication disabilities, the student will develop skills to improve social exchanges. Students will develop and participate in a hands-on experience for people who use augmentative/alternative communication devices. Students will critique the experience and discuss what they learned.

Preparation for Course
P or C: CSD 40500.

Cr. 1.
Notes
Restricted to CSD majors only.
Departmental approval required.
Student Learning Outcomes
1. Gain experience working with individuals who are nonverbal and use a communication system to increase knowledge of nonverbal communication disorders.
2. Develop skills in working with people who use speech generating devices, the different devices, and their family members.
3. Develop creative problem solving skills.
4. Learn how to work cooperatively with people in a group.