SPE 510 Early Childhood Special Education Language Development, Differences, and Challenges

In this course, the theoretical, clinical, and pedagogical issues concerning typical and atypical language development in young children; specific language disabilities; the relationship between communication delays and other areas of early learning and development; alternative communication systems for young children with disabilities; that language is an integral part of a person’s culture; and for teaching language and content to English Language Learners are explored. Etiological theories, biological bases, and characteristics of various language difficulties are reviewed. Assessment and intervention approaches are reviewed. Candidates examine and apply conceptual and pedagogical tools for teaching English as a second language based on theories of second language acquisition, pedagogy, and methodology. Prerequisite(s): SPE 500. Co-requisite(s): None. 3 semester hours