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LOGO6211 - Language and Speech disorders

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Examination arrangement

Examination arrangement: Assignment
Grade: Letter grades

Evaluation Weighting Duration Grade deviation Examination aids
Assignment 100/100 1 semesters

Course content

The course provides a theoretical introduction to some of the most common language and speech disorders in children and young people that speech therapists encounter in their profession. Mapping, counseling and treatment for the various difficulties and possible treatment measures will be emphasised. The subject includes a minimum of 50 hours of clinical practice with speech therapists where the students' ability to build relationships with clients and reflection on their own practice is tested, as well as their ability to apply theory, research, experience and user knowledge in practical speech therapy work.

Learning outcome

After passing this course, the student will have in-depth knowledge of theoretical and practical aspects related to

- various forms of language and speech disorders

- methods and tools for mapping language and speech disorders

- speech therapy treatment methods and measures aimed at various language and speech disorders

At the end of the course, the student will be able to:

- critically reflect on one’s own practice in view of relevant theory and research related to the various components of language such as pragmatics, semantics, phonology/phonetics and syntax, as well as verbal learning and memory.

- carry out surveys for difficulties with language and speech, interpret results and implement advice and/or measures.

- evaluate the effect of measures at individual, group and a systemic level.

Learning methods and activities

Lectures and plenary discussions. The course has mandatory assignments. It is assumed that all students regularly use the current learning platform.

Compulsory assignments

  • Compulsory assignment
  • Compulsory assignment
  • Compulsory attendance
  • Compulsory attendance

Further on evaluation

To be allowed to sit the exam, the student must have attended 80% of the lectures and have two mandatory assignments approved. Only one’s own or one’s child's illness or the like are valid reasons for absence. Exam: one week home examination, which counts for 100% of the grade.

Validity of compulsory activity: 4 semesters.

Specific conditions:

Compulsory activities from previous semester may be approved by the department.

Specific conditions

Admission to a programme of study is required:
Speech Therapy (MLOGO)

Required previous knowledge

Requires admission to the Master's program in Speech Therapy. Speech Therapy (MLOGO)

More on the course

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Facts

Version: 1
Credits:  7.5 SP
Study level: Further education, higher degree level

Coursework

Term no.: 1
Teaching semester:  SPRING 2025

Language of instruction: Norwegian

Location: Trondheim

Subject area(s)
  • Speech Therapy
Contact information
Course coordinator:

Department with academic responsibility
Department of Language and Literature

Department with administrative responsibility
Section for quality in education and learning environment

Examination

Examination arrangement: Assignment

Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
Spring ORD Assignment 100/100 INSPERA
Room Building Number of candidates
  • * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
Examination

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