Language Development (10 Edition)

For speech, language, and communication students, Shulman and Capone (health and medical sciences and speech-language pathology, Seton Hall U.) compile 15 chapters in this textbook on language development as it applies to a chi‛s communication needs. Speech-language pathologists, psychologists, communications disorders specialists, and language and literacy specialists from the US outline the typical course of language development within the clinical context of assessment and intervention, as well as the context of overall development. Topics include disorders, cultural diversity, language impairment, and the role of augmentative and alternative communication with children with multiple disabilities. Annotation ©2010 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Your Ideal Textbook For Undergraduate Speech-Langauge Curriculum Courses In Language Development And Language Acquisition This Comprehensive Resource, Written By Experts In The Field, Offers An Accessible Overview Of Language Development To The Undergraduate Student. The Book's 15 Chapters Are Divided Into Two Parts: Basis Of Language And Communication Development And Language And Communication Development. A Key Feature Of The Book Are The Clinical Practice Applications, Which Will Help Your Students Prepare For The Situations They Will Face In Their Careers. Companion Web Site With The Following Helpful Resources: Instructor Resources: Powerpoint(TM) Slides, Discussion Questions, Chapter Quizzes, Testbank, And Assignments And Activities. Student Resources: Flash Cards, Crossword Puzzles, And An Interactive Glossary.

Your ideal textbook for undergraduate speech-langauge curriculum courses in language development and language acquisition This comprehensive resource, written by experts in the field, offers an accessible overview of language development to the undergraduate student. The book's 15 chapters are divided into two parts: Basis of Language and Communication Development and Language and Communication Development. A key feature of the book are the clinical practice applications, which will help your students prepare for the situations they will face in their careers. Companion Web site with the following helpful resources: Instructor Resources: Powerpointa Slides, Discussion Questions, Chapter Quizzes, TestBank, and Assignments and Activities. Student Resources: Flash Cards, Crossword Puzzles, and an Interactive Glossary.