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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.
In this unit, students will contrast standardised and non-standardised methods of communication assessment, gain experience in test administration procedures, and learn to use normative and associated population statistics to interpret speech and language test scores. Students will determine the relative importance of standardised results in speech and language assessment reports prepared with reference to the World Health Organisation (WHO) International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health framework (ICF). The impact of cultural, religious and ethnic diversity on clinical practice will be examined, and the medico-legal requirements of clinical report writing will be considered. Students will complete a clinical practicum as part of this unit to assess clients from a variety of backgrounds, and prepare clinical reports.
Students must pass 2 units from SPE1102, SPE2105
Must be enrolled in course version K71, Y02
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Workshops, lectures, supervised clinical practicum.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Report | Speech and language analysis reports | 70% |
| Tutorial Presentation | Group evaluation of assessment | 20% |
| Portfolio ^ | ePortfolio | 10% |
^ Mandatory to Pass
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.
In this unit, students will contrast standardised and non-standardised methods of communication assessment, gain experience in test administration procedures, and learn to use normative and associated population statistics to interpret speech and language test scores. Students will determine the relative importance of standardised results in speech and language assessment reports prepared with reference to the World Health Organisation (WHO) International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health framework (ICF). The impact of cultural, religious and ethnic diversity on clinical practice will be examined, and the medico-legal requirements of clinical report writing will be considered. Students will complete a clinical practicum as part of this unit to assess clients from a variety of backgrounds, and prepare clinical reports.
Students must pass 2 units from SPE1102, SPE2105
Must be enrolled in course version K71, Y02
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Workshops, lectures, supervised clinical practicum.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Report | Speech and language analysis | 30% |
| Report | Speech and language analysis | 50% |
| Tutorial Presentation | Group evaluation of assessment | 20% |
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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