Language Pathology and Clinical Linguistics
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Module Aims
Aim 1
Familiarise students with a range of language-related pathologies and their causes;
Aim 2
Enable students to understand how these pathologies are diagnosed;
Aim 3
Introduce students to therapies for these pathologies;
Aim 4
Make students aware of clinical ethics, and encourage reflection of best practices; and
Aim 5
Develop students' critical writing and research skills through an assessed essay on a topic in clinical linguistics.
Module Content
Clinical linguistics studies acquired and congenital disorders and delays of the human faculty for language. This module explores that faculty through the study of different pathologies that affect different domains of language. Indicative pathologies include: auditory processing disorder, age-related hearing loss, aphasias, Specific Language Impairment, Williams syndrome, autism-spectrum disorders, palsy, dementias, stuttering, dysarthria, and speech impediments. These pathologies and their causes are discussed, providing insights into the cognitive foundations of language.
This module also introduces and explains therapeutic approaches for the pathologies covered. This is accompanied by discussions of ethical considerations in clinical work, leading to an introduction to the relevant codes of medical and therapeutic ethics.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module, a student will be able to:
Teaching Methods
The module will employ both formal lectures and workshop seminars. Students will also learn through doing, through peer observation and through reflecting on these activities.
In common with other English modules, this module is designed to foster an active, participatory, independent approach to learning, to develop critical faculties and to consolidate and develop written and oral communication skills. Students will obtain co-operative skills during classroom discussions, including the ability to engage in critical debate while showing respect for others. The will also develop problem-solving skills, the ability manage time and work to deadlines and will be encouraged to adopt reflective practices.
Assessment Methods
This module is assessed through one Portfolio of Tasks: Essay draft Essay.
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