Communication Disorders in Schools

Communication Disorders in Schools: Collaborative Scenarios explores language and speech disorders within educational settings, providing readers with an ample perspective on intervention and collaborative support in academic environments.

This work is an overview of communication disorders in the school-aged child for special education teachers, educators in general, and school support personnel including speech-language pathologists. A fundamental goal of this text is to provide information on collaboration and integration of speech and language services into the school curricula. Criteria for referral to speech-language services is also addressed.

It discusses the impact of developmental language disorders on children's ability to communicate, offering insights into tailored interventions and collaborative strategies for supporting affected students. The text focuses on interprofessional collaboration and provides readers with practical tools and case studies to enrich the learning experience.

Recommended for courses focused on speech-language pathology and special education, Communication Disorders in Schools is ideal for students preparing to work in primary and secondary school environments where they may confront challenges related to speech and language disorders.