Introduction to Human Communication Disorders (Diversity)

Compare communication experiences of typically developing children and adults to groups with communication differences (cultural and social exploration) and disorders (intellectual and social exploration).

Describe and interpret research about speech, language and hearing differences and disorders across cultures.

Describe the theoretical bases of speech and language development and disorders.

Observe children and adults with communication differences or disorders and analyze their diverse means of communication.

Explore the perspective of individuals who have communication disorders in different cultures.