SPED 4331 Functional Literacy & Communication for Students with Disabilities

This course focuses on instructional strategies and evidence-based practices to promote functional literacy and communication skills for students with significant disabilities. Emphasis is placed on adapting literacy instruction, teaching communication within natural contexts, and collaborating with families and service providers.

Registration Name

Functional Literacy

Lecture Hours

3

Lab Hours

0

Credits

3

Typically Offered

Athens, Demorest: Fall

Student Learning Outcomes

Course student learning outcomes:

1. Design and implement literacy activities aligned with individualized student needs.
2. Apply evidence-based strategies to support functional communication.
3. Develop adaptations to literacy materials to improve accessibility.
4. Assess student progress in literacy and communication using formal and informal measures.
5. Collaborate with families and professionals to promote functional  literacy and communication skills.