The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

SPED 4330 Language and Literacy Development of Diverse Exceptional Learners

This course addresses monolingual and bilingual language acquisition and literacy development for children at different age levels (EC-12). Both typical and atypical development are covered with a focus on communication disorders and language-related learning disabilities. The interaction among language, culture, and exceptionality is examined, in addition to the use of assistive technology and social skills instruction as ways to assist in developing communication skills. The components of reading development are also covered. Field experience may be required.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Admission to Teacher Prep if education major. No prereq if non education major.

Schedule Type

Lecture

Grading Basis

Standard Letter (A-F)

Administrative Unit

Department of Human Development and School Services

Offered

As scheduled