Multicultural Aspects of Communication Disorders

3 Units

Introduces intercultural/interracial communication principles and includes the exploration of differences in perceptions for communication messages. Provides students with a basic understanding of the differences associated with assessment, intervention, and identification of communication disorders for culturally and linguistically diverse populations. Students will critically analyze best practice approaches for communication disorders for diverse populations including differences in race, ethnicity/culture, sexual orientation, gender identity, and socio-economic status. Practical outcomes that can encourage more positive intercultural/interracial encounters will be discussed. Offered as COSI 261 and COSI 461 . Counts as a CAS Global & Cultural Diversity course.