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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
Students will analyse the impact of communication and swallowing disorders in the context of the World Health Organisation (WHO) International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health framework (ICF). They will integrate and summarise background information in order to understand the consequences of these disorders across the lifespan and on quality of life. They will acquire skills at structured observation, structured interview techniques,questionnaire administration, and interpretation of resultant data. They will learn about working across ICF contexts.They will also learn to integrate, interpret and report background information for individuals and groups of people with a range of impairments including Indigenous Australians and other cultural groups.
Students must pass 1 units from SPE1101
Must be enrolled in course version K71, Y02
Unit was previously coded SPE2102
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECU Blackboard.
| Joondalup | Mount Lawley | South West (Bunbury) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 13 x 3 hour lecture | Not Offered | Not Offered |
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Lectures, workshops and assessment activity.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
Due to the professional competency skill development associated with this Unit, student attendance/participation within listed in-class activities and/or online activities including discussion boards is compulsory. Students failing to meet participation standards as outlined in the unit plan may be awarded an I Grade (Fail - incomplete). Students who are unable to meet this requirement for medical or other reasons must seek the approval of the unit coordinator.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Presentation | Case study verbal presentation based on collaborative student interview: adult/child | 20% |
| Case Study | Case study report based on collaborative student interview: child/adult | 30% |
| Literature Review | Review of impact of communication/swallowing disorders | 40% |
| Portfolio | ePortfolio submission | 10% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
Students will analyse the impact of communication and swallowing disorders in the context of the World Health Organisation (WHO) International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health framework (ICF). They will integrate and summarise background information in order to understand the consequences of these disorders across the lifespan and on quality of life. They will acquire skills at structured observation, structured interview techniques,questionnaire administration, and interpretation of resultant data. They will learn about working across ICF contexts.They will also learn to integrate, interpret and report background information for individuals and groups of people with a range of impairments including Indigenous Australians and other cultural groups.
Students must pass 1 units from SPE1101
Must be enrolled in course version K71, Y02
Unit was previously coded SPE2102
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECU Blackboard.
| Joondalup | Mount Lawley | South West (Bunbury) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 13 x 3 hour lecture | Not Offered | Not Offered |
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Lectures, workshops and assessment activity.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
Due to the professional competency skill development associated with this Unit, student attendance/participation within listed in-class activities and/or online activities including discussion boards is compulsory. Students failing to meet participation standards as outlined in the unit plan may be awarded an I Grade (Fail - incomplete). Students who are unable to meet this requirement for medical or other reasons must seek the approval of the unit coordinator.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Presentation | Case study verbal presentation based on collaborative student interview: adult/child | 20% |
| Case Study | Case study report based on collaborative student interview: child/adult | 30% |
| Literature Review | Review of impact of communication/swallowing disorders | 40% |
| Portfolio | ePortfolio submission | 10% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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