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2014-2015 General/Graduate Catalog - Expires August 2020 [Archived Catalog]

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  • CHIN 313 - Third-Year Chinese II

    A continuation of CHIN 312 - Third-Year Chinese I . Further development of oral-aural proficiency and written communication, with a focus on acquisition of vocabulary and idioms. Three classroom hours and one hour of peer learning each week are required. An additional one to two hours per week at the Chinese Language Table is highly recommended.

    Prerequisite: CHIN 312 - Third-Year Chinese I .
    Credits: 3
    NOTE:
    * This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
  

  • CHN 310 - China Study Abroad Program

    A five-week summer study abroad program at Beijing and Shanghai, China. Students may participate without prior knowledge of Chinese. 

    The program is providing:

    • Chinese Language: offered all levels
    • Culture instruction: include Chinese culture, Chinese history, Chinese literature and Chinese calligraphy
    • Chinese business class: focus on Chinese Economics and Business in Asia
    • Internship for art students: focus on internship at a company in Shanghai city
    • Language course is optional course for Business students and Art students
    • The students will be awarded for six to seven Truman credit hours, the art students will be awarded five or six Truman internship credit hours
    • During the first week of the trip, students will tour the Chinese capital city, Beijing; the Great Wall, the Forbidden City, the Summer Palace, National Opera House, Tiananmen Square, Chairman Mao Museum and sites of Olympic 2008, and visit a ancient city, Xian: Terra-Cotta Worrier museum, Famen Temple, Huaqing Hot Spring and Dayan Pagoda and Ancient City Wall. Students will also visit Shanghai Museum, art galleries, Huang-Pu river cruise and Garden City-Suzhou, West lake-Hangzhou and many other field trips while study in Shanghai University.
    • Students will gain knowledge of the language and culture and also will experience person contact with the Shanghai University student and Chinese common people and their daily living.


    Credits: 5
    NOTE:
    * This course fulfills the Foreign Language and Intercultural Interconnecting Perspectives of the Liberal Studies Program.
    ** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
    *** The Study Abroad Fee applies to this course.
  

  • CHN 320 - Discover China

    Discover China is a six-credit study abroad course. It explores five thousand years of Chinese history through visiting important historical sites located in the ancient capital cities and cultural centers of Beijing, Xian, Chongqing, Shanghai, Suzhou, Hangzhou, and Wuzhen, taking a cruise along the Three Gorges of the Yangtze River, and experiencing the modern rhythms of China. Students are expected to grasp the enduring Chinese history within its aesthetic, archaeological, cultural, ecological, economic, historical, military, religious, and social context.

    Credits: 6
    NOTE:
    * This course fulfills the Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
    ** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
  

  • CHN 330 - Issues in International Education China: Education among the Hakka in Southeast China

    Designed to provide students an intercultural confrontation with some of the complex global challenges, trends and issues influencing education and learning in China, the course has a service learning component. Each section of the course is specifically written to focus on the history, culture, and educational issues in the country and/or region that is the site of the course section. Students do service learning in the area schools, volunteering to assist teachers, and interacting one-on-one with school children and adolescents, with teachers, and with community members. 

    Credits: 3
    When Offered: (May or December Interim)
    NOTE:
    * This course fulfills the Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program
  

  • CHN 530G - Issues in International Education China: Education among the Hakka in Southeast China

    Designed to provide students an intercultural confrontation with some of the complex global challenges, trends and issues influencing education and learning in China, the course has a service learning component. Each section of the course is specifically written to focus on the history, culture, and educational issues in the country and/or region that is the site of the course section. Students do service learning in the area schools, volunteering to assist teachers, and interacting one-on-one with school children and adolescents, with teachers, and with community members. 

    Credits: 3
    When Offered: (May or December Interim)
  

  • CHN 550 - EFL Internship: Teaching Conversational English as a Foreign Language in China

    A 12 week practicum in teach EFL (English as a foreign language) in China. Truman students serve as EFL Interns at Shuizhai Middle School in Guangdong Province, China. EFL interns also teach at the elementary school in Dai Jin (village).

    Prerequisite: Intermediate proficiency in a second language and ED 549 - Pre-Service EFL Methods for Teaching Conversational English in China .
    Credits: 12
  

  • CHN 550G - EFL Internship: Teaching Conversational English as a Foreign Language in China

    A 12 week practicum in teaching EFL (English as a foreign language) in China. Truman students serve as EFL Interns at Shuizhai Middle School in Guangdong Province, China. EFL interns also teach at the elementary school in Dai Jin (village).

    Prerequisite: Intermediate proficiency in a second language and ED 549G - Pre-Service EFL Methods for Teaching Conversational English in China .
    Credits: 12
  

  • CLAS 205 - Topics in Classical Culture

    An introduction to ancient Greek and/or Roman culture through the investigation of a particular topic (e.g. animals in the ancient world; the City Dionysia; agriculture, food, and dining). Students will consider primary evidence on this topic from the Greek and Roman world (ancient Mediterranean) and lengthy time period (circa 800 BCE - 500 CE). They will take a multi-disciplinary approach as they learn to think critically about ancient views on the particular topic, observe the diverse perspectives and experiences of members of the same region or era, and develop an awareness of the complexities of classical culture.

    Credits: 3
    NOTE:
    * This course fulfills the Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
    ** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
    *** This is a writing-enhanced course.
  

  • CLAS 261 - Greek Literature in Translation

    A survey of prominent Greek authors of the Archaic and Classical periods. Students read and discuss representative selections of genres such as epic, lyric poetry, tragedy, comedy, and philosophy. All readings are in English translation.

    Credits: 3
    When Offered: (fall, alternate years)
    NOTE:
    * This course fulfills the Aesthetic: Literature Mode of Inquiry of the Liberal Studies Program.
    ** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
  

  • CLAS 262 - Roman Literature in Translation

    A survey of prominent Roman authors of the Republic and early Empire. Students read and discuss representative selections of genres such as epic, lyric poetry, tragedy, comedy, and philosophy. All readings are in English translation.

    Credits: 3
    When Offered: (fall, alternate years)
    NOTE:
    * This course fulfills the Aesthetic: Literature Mode of Inquiry of the Liberal Studies Program.
    ** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
  

  • CLAS 361 - Greek and Roman Mythology

    A study of the mythology of ancient Greece and Rome, primarily as expressed in the literature and the visual arts of the period, with attention also given to ancient and modern interpretations of classical myths.

    Credits: 3
    When Offered: (fall, alternate years)
    NOTE:
    * This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
  

  • CLAS 362 - Classical Civilization

    An overview of the ancient Greek and Roman civilizations. Students examine and discuss the cultural and intellectual achievements of these two cultural civilizations, the values of these cultures in relation to their political and social structures, and their interactions with other cultures within and without their boundaries.

    Credits: 3
    When Offered: (spring, alternate years)
    NOTE:
    * This course fulfills the Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
    ** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
  

  • CLAS 363 - Women and Gender in Antiquity

    An examination of the causes and consequences of gender distinctions in Greek and Roman antiquity - especially insofar as these distinctions affected both the status and the representation of women and other cultural minorities.

    Credits: 3
    NOTE:
    * This course fulfills the Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
    ** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
  

  • CLAS 461 - Capstone Experience

    An intensive study of advanced topics in Classical Studies. Students research, write, revise, and present a substantial research project in oral and written form. Students engage in peer review of others’ work. They also reflect on their experience as Classics Majors and engage in a process of self-conscious preparation for their future paths.

    Prerequisite: Senior classics major.
    Credits: 3
    NOTE:
    * This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
    ** This is a writing-enhanced course.
  

  • CMDS 101 - Clinical Observation I

    Observation of speech, language, and hearing screening, evaluation, and therapy conducted in the Truman State University Speech & Hearing Clinic. Course completion requires fifteen (15) hours of observation. Course is graded Pass/Fail. Typically taken first semester freshman year.

    Prerequisite: CMDS major. Co-requisite: CMDS 200 - Introduction to Communication Disorders .
    Credits: 0.5
    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • CMDS 200 - Introduction to Communication Disorders

    The review of normal speech, language, and hearing development and acquired disorders of speech and language in children and adults is discussed. Theories of etiology and examples of traditional intervention strategies are introduced for each disorder addressed. In addition, the potential impact of speech or language impairment on the social, emotional, and vocational aspects of a person’s lifespan is a focus.

    Prerequisite: CMDS major or Disability Studies Minor
    Credits: 3

    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • CMDS 220 - Accent Reduction for Non-native English Speakers

    Students in this course study the speech sounds of American English. It is expected that English is not the first (native) language of students enrolled in this course. Participants compare Standard American English to the sounds in their first language and practice speaking using Standard American English.

    Credits: 1

    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • CMDS 260 - Voice and Articulation

    Fundamentals of spoken communication with emphasis on voice and diction. Oral class presentations are required and students learn to make use of self-evaluation and peer critique. Participants learn optimal use of their own voice and articulation for effective oral communication. This course is open to non-CMDS majors as well as majors.

    Credits: 3

    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • CMDS 261 - Phonetics

    Phonetics is designed to introduce students to the study of the speech sounds of language, with emphasis on American English. Participants learn how American English speech sounds are produced and learn to transcribe speech using the International Phonetic Alphabet. Both broad and narrow transcription are addressed. Students are also introduced to the clinical process for articulation and phonological disorders, including finding phonological processes. Characteristics of regional and social dialects are also introduced. This course is required for CMDS majors.

    Prerequisites: CMDS 101 - Clinical Observation I  and CMDS 200 - Introduction to Communication Disorders .
    Credits: 3
    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • CMDS 301 - Clinical Observation II

    Observation of speech, language, and hearing screening, evaluation, and therapy conducted in the Truman State University Speech & Hearing Clinic. Course completion requires ten (10) hours of observation. Course is graded Pass/Fail. Normally taken first semester junior year.

    Prerequisites: CMDS 101 - Clinical Observation I  and CMDS major.
    Credits: 0.5
    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • CMDS 350 - Student Initiated Course: Introduction to Clinic Materials

    This class introduces students to therapy materials and assessment tools commonly used by practicing speech-language pathologists. The use of these therapy materials is discussed in the context of specific communication disorders and client populations. An emphasis is placed on the critical evaluation of these instruments in regard to purpose, multiple application, theoretical basis, and effectiveness.

    Prerequisites: Completed or concurrent enrollment in CMDS 380 - Principles of Clinical Management , a minimum GPA of 3.0, and junior or senior status within the major.
    Credits: 2
    When Offered: (spring only)
    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • CMDS 380 - Principles of Clinical Management

    Principles of Clinical Management is a 3 credit requirement for students pursuing an undergraduate degree in communication disorders. This course is an introduction to the clinical knowledge and skills required for service delivery involved in the assessment and treatment of normal and abnormal human communication behavior. Assignments and activities are designed to give hands on experiences in a non- clinical environment and to develop writing skills necessary for professional clinical reports and documents. Critical thinking is involved in selecting appropriate assessment and intervention for case studies and principles of professional and ethical conduct.

    Prerequisites: CMDS 101 - Clinical Observation I , CMDS 200 - Introduction to Communication Disorders , CMDS 261 - Phonetics , CMDS 460 - Language Development , CMDS 470 - The Speech Mechanism , and CMDS 472 - Audiology .

     

     
    Credits: 3
    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • CMDS 460 - Language Development

    This course is designed to provide an overview of typical American English language development, including major American dialects. Child language is placed in the context of social, motor, and cognitive development from birth through adolescence. Emphasis is placed on the crucial relationship between language development and literacy acquisition. Participants use basic language observation and analysis techniques to explore phonology, syntax, morphology, semantics and pragmatics.

    Prerequisites or concurrent: CMDS 261 - Phonetics .

     
    Credits: 3
    NOTE:
    *The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  
  

  • CMDS 472 - Audiology

    Introduction to the anatomy and physiology of the human ear and the process of hearing. Basic principles of hearing assessment and characteristics of hearing disorders. Participants develop familiarity with the procedures and instrumentation used to measure human hearing and speech perception.

    Prerequisites: CMDS 200 - Introduction to Communication Disorders , CMDS 261 - Phonetics , and CMDS 460 - Language Development . CMDS majors only.
    Credits: 3
    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  
  
  

  • CMDS 475 - Sign Language

    This course is an introduction to the use manual communication system of American Sign Language. Participants obtain a basic receptive and expressive sign vocabulary and learn the basic grammatical structure of American Sign Language. Deaf history and culture are explored.

    Credits: 3

    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • CMDS 477 - Articulation and Phonology

    This course serves as a foundation for assessing and treating articulation and phonology. This course aims to provide students with a scientific understanding of the nature of both phonological and articulatory disorders as well as assist them in applying this knowledge to clinical situations. The first section of the course reviews phonetic transcription, normal aspects of articulatory and phonological development, and theories of phonological development. The second section of the course focuses on identification of articulation and phonological disorders, and how to interpret assessment findings. The third section focuses on intervention approaches and facilitative strategies. All sections emphasize developmentally appropriate practice. Additional topics include multicultural issues and articulatory deficits related to specific populations (hearing impairment, dysarthia, cleft palate, apraxia, tongue thrust, etc.). This course is elective for students choosing the non-clinical major Capstone option and required for students intending to take CMDS 480 - Clinical Practice .

    Prerequisites: CMDS 101 - Clinical Observation I , CMDS 200 - Introduction to Communication Disorders , CMDS 261 - Phonetics , CMDS 460 - Language Development , CMDS 470 - The Speech Mechanism , and CMDS 472 - Audiology .
    Credits: 3
    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  
  

  • CMDS 488 - Independent Studies

    Special problems and research in language, communication disorders, audiology, special population, and related areas.

    Prerequisite: advanced arrangement with instructor.
    Credits: 1 to 3 hours

    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  
  
  

  • CMDS 520 - Interprofessional Healthcare Team Experience

    Interprofessional Healthcare Team Experience is a course for students in Communication Disorders that is offered in the spring semester and is coordinated with A.T. Still University for the experience of Interprofessional Healthcare Education. The course is a learning opportunity for students to interact in interprofessional health care teams focusing on the collaborative approach to patient-centered care, with emphasis on team interaction, communication, service learning, evidenced-based practice and quality improvement. Interprofessional teams of students will develop and participate in significant community-based learning projects. Students are given an opportunity in a cohort of interprofessional students to collaborate in a patient-centered clinical experience. The teams that Communication Disorders student interact with will include students in disciplines of Nursing and Health Sciences from Truman as well as medical students from A.T. Still University. In addition to their interprofessional clinical experience they will meet as a discipline to discuss the structure of their cohort’s interaction, the communication style of their interdisciplinary group, the division of work within their group and their own scope of practice, ethical issues in healthcare, healthcare disparities, and their personal experience interacting with their group and their assigned client volunteers.

    Prerequisites: CMDS 200 - Introduction to Communication Disorders , CMDS 261 - Phonetics , CMDS 380 - Principles of Clinical Management , CMDS 460 - Language Development , CMDS 470 - The Speech Mechanism , CMDS 472 - Audiology , and CMDS 490 - Professional Issues in Communication Disorders .
    Credits: 1
    When Offered: Spring
    NOTE:
    *The Communication Disorders Fee applies to this course.
  

  • CMDS 520G - Interprofessional Healthcare Team Experience

    Interprofessional Healthcare Team Experience is a course for students in Communication Disorders that is offered in the spring semester and is coordinated with A.T. Still University for the experience of Interprofessional Healthcare Education. The course is a learning opportunity for students to interact in interprofessional health care teams focusing on the collaborative approach to patient-centered care, with emphasis on team interaction, communication, service learning, evidenced-based practice and quality improvement. Interprofessional teams of students will develop and participate in significant community-based learning projects. Students are given an opportunity in a cohort of interprofessional students to collaborate in a patient-centered clinical experience. The teams that Communication Disorders student interact with will include students in disciplines of Nursing and Health Sciences from Truman as well as medical students from A.T. Still University. In addition to their interprofessional clinical experience they will meet as a discipline to discuss the structure of their cohort’s interaction, the communication style of their interdisciplinary group, the division of work within their group and their own scope of practice, ethical issues in healthcare, healthcare disparities, and their personal experience interacting with their group and their assigned client volunteers.

    Prerequisites: Graduate student status.
    Credits: 1
    When Offered: Spring
    NOTE:
    *The Communication Disorders Fee applies to this course.
  

  • CMDS 550 - Counseling, Collaboration and Consultation with Patients and Families of Individuals with Communication Disorders

    This course examines theory and practice in handling the unique problems of individuals with communication disorders and their families with an emphasis on the importance of interdisciplinary input in the management of this population. Participants develop familiarity with the procedures and instrumentation used to evaluate the psychosocial ramifications associated with communication disorders as well as some basic counseling strategies.

    Prerequisites: CMDS 200 - Introduction to Communication Disorders , CMDS 261 - Phonetics , CMDS 460 - Language Development , CMDS 470 - The Speech Mechanism , and CMDS 472 - Audiology ; CMDS major. Corequisite: CMDS 380 - Principles of Clinical Management  can be taken prior to or in conjunction with the course.
    Credits: 3
    When Offered: (spring only)
    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • CMDS 550G - Counseling, Collaboration and Consultation with Patients and Families of Individuals with Communication Disorders

    This course examines theory and practice in handling the unique problems of individuals with communication disorders and their families with an emphasis on the importance of interdisciplinary input in the management of this population. Participants develop familiarity with the procedures and instrumentation used to evaluate the psychosocial ramifications associated with communication disorders as well as some basic counseling strategies.

    Prerequisite: Enrolled in the CMDS, Speech Language Pathology Masters program.
    Credits: 3
    When Offered: (spring only)

    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • CMDS 560 - Professional Writing Seminar

    This seminar provides the student in communication disorders with intensive instruction in clinical writing in preparation for the clinical experience as well as future employment. The following areas of writing are addressed: format of scientific writing, diagnostic reports, treatment plans, SOAP notes, professional correspondence, Individual Education Plans (IEP), and ethical issues in report writing.

    Prerequisite: CMDS 380 - Principles of Clinical Management . CMDS majors only.
    Credits: 1 to 3
    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • CMDS 560G - Professional Writing Seminar

    This seminar provides the student in communication disorders with intensive instruction in clinical writing in preparation for the clinical experience as well as future employment. The following areas of writing are addressed: format of scientific writing, diagnostic reports, treatment plans, SOAP notes, professional correspondence, Individual Education Plans (IEP), and ethical issues in report writing.

    Prerequisites: CMDS 380 - Principles of Clinical Management  and admission to the communication disorders graduate program.
    Credits: 1 to 3
    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • CMDS 561 - Advanced Speech Pathology

    This course examines communication problems resulting from disorders of voice, fluency, and phonology. Etiology, types, defining characteristics and associated problems are examined within each area. Assessment and treatment options for each area are discussed and implemented.

    Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in CMDS 474 - Speech and Hearing Science  and CMDS 477 - Articulation and Phonology . CMDS majors only.
    Credits: 3
    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • CMDS 561G - Advanced Speech Pathology

    This course examines communication problems resulting from disorders of voice, fluency, and phonology. Etiology, types, defining characteristics and associated problems are examined within each area. Assessment and treatment options for each area are discussed and implemented.

    Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in CMDS 474 - Speech and Hearing Science  and CMDS 477 - Articulation and Phonology  or CMDS graduate student status.
    Credits: 3
    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • CMDS 562 - High Risk Infants

    Familiarizes students with the concept of high risk as it applies to infants. Factors which contribute to a high-risk label being applied to an infant are discussed. The developmental outcome of high-risk infants during the pre-school and school age years are presented. Assessment and intervention strategies, as well as available materials, are outlined. Parental and family concerns are also discussed relative to the special adjustments and needs of the high-risk infant.

    Prerequisite: CMDS majors only.
    Credits: 3

    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • CMDS 562G - High Risk Infants

    Familiarizes students with the concept of high risk as it applies to infants. Factors which contribute to the high risk label being applied to an infant are discussed. The developmental outcome of high risk infants during the preschool and school-age years are presented. Assessment and intervention strategies, as well as available materials, are outlined. Parental and family concerns are also discussed relative to the special adjustments and needs of the high risk infant.

    Prerequisite: Admission to the communication disorders graduate program.
    Credits: 3

    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • CMDS 563G - Special Topics: Dysphagia

    Diagnosis and clinical management of dysphagia in adults and children. Normal and disordered swallowing are studied in regards to diagnosis and treatment including diet modification, strategies, and other treatment modalities. Introduction to the tracheotomized client and related dysphagia as well as the evaluation, use and placement of the Passy-Muir Speaking Valve. The management of tongue thrust during the oral phase of the swallow is discussed. The student participates in class labs to research the normal swallow and complete a clinical swallow evaluation. The student also observes a Modified Barium Swallow Evaluation at NRMC. A multidisciplinary team approach related to diets, in-service programs and counseling of patients and families is project-based.

    Prerequisites: CMDS 561 - Advanced Speech Pathology  or CMDS 561G - Advanced Speech Pathology ,  and CMDS 669G - Neurogenic Motor Speech Disorders  and admission to the communication disorders graduate program.
    Credits: 3
    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  
  

  • CMDS 564G - Voice Disorders

    Theories of voice production, emphasizing voice defects, related pathologies, and therapeutic procedures.

    Prerequisites: (CMDS 561 - Advanced Speech Pathology  or CMDS 561G - Advanced Speech Pathology ) and admission to the communication disorders graduate program.

     
    Credits: 3
    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • CMDS 566 - Diagnosis of Communication Disorders

    Diagnosis of Communication Disorders is a graduate level course requiring analysis and synthesis of previous coursework in the area of completing diagnostic evaluations for individuals with possible communication disorders. Experiences vary but may include working in small groups in reviewing available information, making appropriate evaluation plans, interviewing clients or caregivers, selecting and administering formal and informal tests, interpreting test results and synthesizing information, reporting findings in oral and written formats, and making appropriate recommendations and referrals.

    Prerequisite: CMDS 480 - Clinical Practice  and permission of the instructor.
    Credits: 3
    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • CMDS 566G - Diagnosis of Communication Disorders

    Diagnosis of Communication Disorders is a graduate level course requiring analysis and synthesis of previous coursework in the area of completing diagnostic evaluations for individuals with possible communication disorders. Experiences vary but may include working in small groups in reviewing available information, making appropriate evaluation plans, interviewing clients or caregivers, selecting and administering formal and informal tests, interpreting test results and synthesizing information, reporting findings in oral and written formats, and making appropriate recommendations and referrals.

    Corequisite: CMDS 681G - Advanced Clinical Practice .
    Credits: 3
    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • CMDS 568 - Phonological Disorders

    An overview of phonological theory, evaluation, and treatment methods for disorders of phonology enabling the student to effectively design a therapeutic program.

    Prerequisites: CMDS 561 - Advanced Speech Pathology  or CMDS 561G - Advanced Speech Pathology . CMDS majors only. 
    Credits: 3
    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • CMDS 568G - Phonological Disorders

    An overview of phonological theory, evaluation, and treatment methods for disorders of phonology enabling the student to effectively design a therapeutic program.

    Prerequisites: (CMDS 561 - Advanced Speech Pathology  or CMDS 561G - Advanced Speech Pathology ) and admission to the communication disorders graduate program.

     
    Credits: 3
    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • CMDS 578 - Assistive Technology in Communication Disorders

    This course presents an overview assistive technology with emphasis on computer applications available for the diagnosis and treatment of persons who have communication disorders. Hands-on practice is stressed with applications that are used directly with children and adults during intervention and instruction.

    Prerequisites: CMDS 480 - Clinical Practice .
    Credits: 3
    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • CMDS 578G - Assistive Technology in Communication Disorders

    This course presents an overview of assistive technology with emphasis on computer applications available for the diagnosis and treatment of persons who have communication disorders. Hands-on practice is stressed with applications that are used directly with children and adults during the intervention and instruction.

    Prerequisite or corequisite: CMDS 480 - Clinical Practice  or CMDS 681G - Advanced Clinical Practice .
    Credits: 3
    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • CMDS 650G - Multidisciplinary Geriatric Healthcare Seminar

    Study and practice of interdisciplinary healthcare model. Students engage in a geriatric healthcare practicum with students from other disciplines such as nursing, osteopathic medicine, health and exercise science, and psychology.

    Prerequisite: Admission to the communication disorders graduate program.
    Credits: 0.5

    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • CMDS 660G - Stuttering

    Current theories and treatment of stuttering. Emphasizes behavioral aspects and the communicative implications of the disorder.

    Prerequisites: (  or CMDS 561G - Advanced Speech Pathology ) and admission to the communication disorders graduate program. 
    Credits: 3
    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • CMDS 661G - Language Disorders: Children

    The purpose of this course is to prepare participants to evaluate and treat children with language disorders. Study focuses on the etiology and characteristics of specific disorders, theoretical and practical considerations in assessment and intervention, and developing skills in language sample analysis and interpretation. Emphasis is placed on a sociolinguistic view of language development and instruction, cultural factors in assessment and intervention, and language skills related to academic success. Required for CMDS master’s students.

    Prerequisites: CMDS 681G - Advanced Clinical Practice  and admission to the communication disorders graduate program.
    Credits: 3
    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • CMDS 662G - Acquired Disorders of Language and Cognition

    Aphasia and related neurogenic communication disorders; history of aphasiology, symptomatology, etiology, assessment and classification of aphasia, treatment efficacy and evidence-based practice; aphasia symptom assessment and treatment with Right Hemisphere Syndrome, Dementia, TBI and Blast Brain Injuries; and related cognitive-language disorders with all etiologies.

    Corequisites: CMDS 681G - Advanced Clinical Practice .
    Credits: 3
    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  
  

  • CMDS 667G - Research Methodology

    As a result of this course, students become familiar with the methods, rationale, and statistical knowledge necessary for planning and implementing simple research projects in communication disorders. Each participant plans, implements, and presents an experimental study addressing a clinical problem.

    Corequisites: CMDS 681G - Advanced Clinical Practice .

     
    Credits: 3
    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • CMDS 669G - Neurogenic Motor Speech Disorders

    Presenting symptoms, diagnoses, and clinical approaches for the management of the dysarthrias. Emphases given to traditional and innovative approaches of clinical management.

    Prerequisites: CMDS 681G - Advanced Clinical Practice , and admission to the communication disorders graduate program.
    Credits: 3
    NOTE:
    *The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • CMDS 671G - Advanced Clinical Audiology

    Advanced audiological theory, techniques, and clinical procedures as related to differential diagnosis.

    Prerequisites: CMDS 681G - Advanced Clinical Practice  and admission to the communication disorders graduate program.

     

     
    Credits: 3
    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • CMDS 672G - Seminar: Hearing Disorders

    Analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of contemporary trends and research in audiology.

    Prerequisites: CMDS 671G - Advanced Clinical Audiology  and admission to the communication disorders graduate program.
    Credits: 1 to 3
    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • CMDS 676G - Clinical Process Commentary 1

    All graduate students participate in the Clinical Process Commentary (CPC) activities. The CPC is a requirement for the Master of Arts degree in Communication Disorders. The CPC experience includes 2 main components: Clinical Process Commentary 1 (CPC1) and Clinical Process Commentary 2 (CPC2). Both the CPC1 and CPC2 courses are available for variable (1 to 3) credits. Typically students enroll in 1 credit while completing CPC1 and 2 credits while completing CPC2. A total of 3 credits must be completed as a requirement of the Master of Arts degree in Communication Disorders. The course is graded pass/fail and students receive an In Progress (IP) grade until all requirements are met.

    Prerequisites: CMDS 681G - Advanced Clinical Practice  and graduate student standing in CMDS Program. 
    Credits: 1 to 3
    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • CMDS 677G - Clinical Process Commentary 2

    All graduate students participate in the Clinical Process Commentary (CPC) activities. The CPC is a requirement for the Master of Arts degree in Communication Disorders. The CPC experience includes 2 main components: Clinical Process Commentary 1 (CPC1) and Clinical Process Commentary 2 (CPC2). Both the CPC1 and CPC2 courses are available for variable (1 to 3) credits. Typically students enroll in 1 credit while completing CPC1 and 2 credits while completing CPC2. A total of 3 credits must be completed as a requirement of the Master of Arts degree in Communication Disorders. The course is graded pass/fail and students receive an In Progress (IP) grade until all requirements are met.

    Prerequisites: CMDS 676G - Clinical Process Commentary 1 .
    Credits: 1 to 3
    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • CMDS 679G - Seminar: Advanced Topics in Language Development and Language Disorders

    Advanced literature dealing with development of language content, form, and use. Disorders of language in terms of their impact on learning disability and school performance.

    Prerequisite: CMDS Department Chair permission and admission to the communication disorders graduate program.
    Credits: 1 to 3

    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  
  

  • CMDS 681G - Advanced Clinical Practice

    This course provides a clinical practice in application of advanced techniques for speech, language and hearing disorders. The student obtains direct clinical experience with clients who exhibit a variety of communication disorders. Student responsibilities include: writing lesson plans; conferring with clinical supervisors, parents and related paraprofessionals; utilizing clinical materials, equipment and technology: and writing clinical reports. May be repeated for credit; generally all graduate students are expected to enroll in CMDS 681G every semester they are in residence.

    Prerequisites: CMDS graduate status and Department Chair’s permission. Student clinicians must demonstrate clinically appropriate speech/language/hearing skills prior to enrollment in clinical practicum.
    Credits: 1 to 3

    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • CMDS 682G - Internship in Hospital/Clinic

    The internship provides intensive, clinical, and administrative experience with a variety of clinical disorders under the direct supervision of a master clinician.

    Prerequisite: 3.00 GPA in the program prior to enrollment, approval of the communication disorders faculty prior to enrollment, and admission to the communication disorders graduate program.
    Credits: 4

    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • CMDS 683G - Internship in Public School

    The internship provides intensive, clinical, and administrative experience with a variety of clinical disorders under the direct supervision of a master clinician.

    Prerequisite: 3.00 GPA in the program prior to enrollment, approval of the communication disorders faculty prior to enrollment, and admission to the communication disorders graduate program.
    Credits: 4

    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • CMDS 688G - Independent Studies

    Investigation of special problems in speech pathology, audiology, reading, special population, and related areas under faculty supervision.

    Prerequisite: Advance arrangement with instructor and admission to the communication disorders graduate program.
    Credits: 1 to 6

    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • CMDS 689G - Research in Communication Disorders (Thesis)

    Advanced student writes a thesis on a subject of his or her choice as approved by the advisor under the direction of the departmental faculty.

    Prerequisites: 3.50 CMDS graduate GPA, CMDS faculty and thesis advisor approval.
    Credits: 1 to 6

    NOTE:
    * The Communication Disorders Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • CML 100 - Career Exploration for Classical and Modern Language Students

    This course assists students in exploring career options once they graduate. Extensive use of the Career Center enables students to identify their strengths and plan for internships, entry-level jobs, and graduate programs for which language skills are valued.

    Credits: 1
  

  • CML 101 - Pre-MAE Seminar in Foreign Language Education

    Four one-hour sessions designed to explain both the MAE program and State of Missouri teaching certification requirements. Should be taken during the freshman or sophomore year.

    Credits: 0
    When Offered: (spring only)
  

  • CML 429 - Studies in Foreign Language

    Individualized study designed to meet specific needs of students. May be repeated for credit with consent of Department Chair with a different topic.

    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor and Department Chair.
    Credits: 1 to 6
    NOTE:
    * This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
  

  • CML 451 - Internship for Language and Literature

    On-the-job specialized training in fields generally accepted as needing language and literature field experience to complement the student’s academic training. Must be concurrently enrolled in CML 452 - Evaluation and Analysis of Internship . For each 4credits of internship credit, the student must take 1 credit of Evaluation and Analysis. See Internship Application for further information and application procedures. Course is graded Pass/Fail. A special application procedure is required and must be completed the semester prior to starting the internship. Application packets are available in the Classical and Modern Languages Department Office.

    Prerequisite: Permission of academic advisor, instructor, and Department Chair.
    Credits: 3 to 12
  

  • CML 452 - Evaluation and Analysis of Internship

    Research, evaluation, and analysis of internship experiences. Must be concurrently enrolled in CML 451 - Internship for Language and Literature . For each 4 credits of internship credit, the student must take 1 credit of Evaluation and Analysis. See Internship Application for further information and application procedures. A special application procedure is required and must be completed the semester prior to starting the internship. Application packets are available in the Classical and Modern Languages Department Office.

    Prerequisite: Permission of academic advisor, instructor, and Department Chair.
    Credits: 1 to 3
  

  • CML 529G - Studies in Foreign Language

    Individualized studies designed to meet specific language needs of the student. May be used with study abroad to complete content area component in foreign language for the Master of Arts in Education.

    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor and Department Chair.
    Credits: 1 to 6
  

  • CML 608G - Management of Instruction

    Presents an overview of second language acquisition theory and methodologies. Focuses on the teaching of foreign languages to elementary, middle, and high school students. A field-based teaching practicum is required. The course is a direct preparatory experience for the internship and students should plan to enroll in CML 608G prior to ED 609G - Teaching Internship .

    Prerequisite: Admission to the MAE program.
    Credits: 3
    NOTE:
    * The Management of Instruction Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • COMM 170 - Public Speaking

    Students may test out or place out of this course. Please contact the Communication Department Office for further information. This course develops an understanding of the fundamental principles and processes of human communication. Students practice and refine their skills as public speakers through frequent in-class presentations, critiques, and discussions.

    Credits: 3
    NOTE:
    * This course fulfills the Speech Essential Skill of the Liberal Studies Program.
    ** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
    *** The COMM 170 Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • COMM 211 - Issues in Communication

    A course for special interest areas outside the regular curriculum accessible to lower division students, including students from other majors. Subjects vary by semester and by instructor. Specific subject areas are listed in the course schedule as Issues in Communication: Subject Matter. May be repeated for up to six credits.

    Credits: 3
  

  • COMM 212 - Special Topics Seminar

    A topical seminar intended for a smaller group of lower division students. Specific topic areas are listed in class schedule as Special Topics Seminar: Topic Area. May be repeated for up to six credits.

    Credits: 3
  
  

  • COMM 245 - Rhetoric and Civic Life

    This is a foundational course for the major. A survey of Western thought about rhetoric from its classical origins to is post-modern incarnations and its applications. The emphasis is on the interaction between theatrical theory and rhetorical practice, regardless of the form the message may take or platform through which it is sent, as well as across historical contexts.

    Prerequisite: COMM 170 - Public Speaking  or equivalent.
    Credits: 3
    NOTE:
    * This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
  
  

  • COMM 251 - Media Writing

    This course covers the fundamentals of information gathering and writing used by newspapers, television, radio, and online reporters, and public relations practitioners. Course also focuses on review of grammar skills, critical evaluation of writing, and deadline writing.

    Prerequisites: COMM 245 - Rhetoric and Civic Life  and COMM 250 - Mass Communication .
    Credits: 4
    NOTE:
    * This is a writing-enhanced course.
    ** The Communication Production Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • COMM 252 - Interpersonal Communication

    This course involves a critical look at interpersonal communication. The class includes analysis, synthesis, and testing of theories relevant to various contexts and issues of interpersonal communication. Students are expected to recognize and manage their own patterns of communication as well as understand major issues involved in studying communication as an interpersonal dynamic.

    Prerequisites: COMM 245 - Rhetoric and Civic Life  and COMM 250 - Mass Communication .
    Credits: 3
    NOTE:
    * The Communication Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • COMM 263 - Communication and Democracy

    Provides students with both theoretical and applied information concerning the role of communication in the democratic process. Historical survey ranges from public address to the Internet. Issues addressed include “marketplace of ideas,” freedom of speech, freedom of the press, and ethical use of the mass media.

    Prerequisites: COMM 245 - Rhetoric and Civic Life  and COMM 250 - Mass Communication .
    Credits: 3
    NOTE:
    * This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
    ** The Communication Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • COMM 270 - Advanced Public Speaking

    The course focuses on the theoretical principles of public speaking and provides advanced practical experience in the preparation, delivery, and evaluation of public discourse.

    Prerequisite: COMM 170 - Public Speaking  or equivalent.
    Credits: 3
    NOTE:
    * This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
    ** The Communication Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • COMM 272 - Speech Communication Activities

    Participation in forensics. Emphasizes improving presentation.

    Prerequisites: Director of Forensics and Department Chair’s permission.
    Credits: 3
    NOTE:
    * This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
    ** The Communication Production Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • COMM 273 - Oral Interpretation

    The study of literary texts through the medium of performance including various critical and interpretive perspectives.

    Prerequisite: COMM 170 - Public Speaking  or equivalent.
    Credits: 3
    NOTE:
    * This course fulfills the Aesthetic: Literature Mode of Inquiry of the Liberal Studies Program.
    ** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
    *** The Communication Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • COMM 274 - Parliamentary Procedure

    Study and practice in conducting and participating in formalized group and committee meetings.

    Prerequisite: COMM 170 - Public Speaking  or equivalent.
    Credits: 1
    NOTE:
    * The Communication Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • COMM 276 - Oral Advocacy and Debate

    Applied argumentation and persuasive skills are developed through study of the theory and practice of competitive debate and forensics.

    Prerequisite: COMM 170 - Public Speaking  or equivalent.
    Credits: 3
    NOTE:
    * This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
    ** The Communication Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • COMM 278 - Business and Professional Communication

    This course focuses on developing oral and written skills in the business setting. Emphasizes business writing, interviewing, oral reporting, and use of electronic media in professional presentations.

    Prerequisite: COMM 170 - Public Speaking  or equivalent.
    Credits: 3
  

  • COMM 287 - Communication Practicum

    Faculty supervised participation in communication-related pre-professional or co-curricular activities typically on campus. A practicum involves application of curricular knowledge in a way designed to enhance, deepen, and/or complement learning in the communication discipline. Could include assisting with a project or tasks led by a professional or by advanced student mentors and would require some degree of independence in completing tasks associated with the learning objectives, as well as some degree of responsibility for decision-making related to assignments for completion of learning objectives. Practicum is graded pass/fail. May be repeated for up to four credits. No more than six credits of practica at all levels may be applied toward the Communication Major.

    Approval of faculty supervisor and department chair.
    Credits: 1 to 2
  

  • COMM 311 - Issues in Communication

    A course for special interest areas outside the regular curriculum intended for upper division students, including students from other majors with appropriate discipline preparation. Subjects vary by semester and by instructor. Specific subject areas are listed in the course schedule as Issue in Communication: Subject Matter. May be repeated for up to six credits.

    Credits: 3
  

  • COMM 312 - Special Topics Seminar

    A topical seminar intended for a smaller group of upper division students. Specific topic areas are listed in class schedule as Special Topic Seminar: Topic Area. May be repeated for up to six credits.

    Credits: 3
  

  • COMM 315 - Family Communication

    An introduction to communication within the setting of the family. Communication is central in the initiation, growth, and change of families. Theories, models, and research methods suggest meaningful ways to study processes that characterize most families, such as decision-making and negotiation of roles and rules. The overall goal of this course is to help students better understand how people (individually and collectively) develop, maintain, enhance, or diminish family relationships. A variety of types of families in a variety of cultures are included.

    Prerequisite: COMM 252 - Interpersonal Communication  or equivalent.
    Credits: 3
    NOTE:
    * This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
    ** This is a writing-enhanced course.
    *** The Communication Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • COMM 320 - Environmental Rhetoric in Theory and Praxis

    This course seeks to examine the American environmental movement through the lens of rhetorical analysis. Students learn the basic principles of rhetoric and the means through which the key players of the environmental movement have gotten their message out about their cause.

    Credits: 3
    NOTE:
    * The Communication Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • COMM 325 - Photojournalism Theory and Practice

    This Student Initiated Course examines photojournalism as a method of storytelling, art form and tool to create social change.  Teaches practical use of photography and journalism and the theory behind photojournalism, including why it plays such an important role in society and the ethics behind the field.

    Credits: 3
    NOTE:
    * The Communication Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • COMM 340 - Critical Perspectives on Performance

    Surveys the development of fundamental relationships among various critical perspectives and the possibilities for performance of literary and social texts, including such topics as mimesis, phenomenology, and reception theory.

    Prerequisite: COMM 245 - Rhetoric and Civic Life .
    Credits: 3
    NOTE:
    * This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
    ** The Communication Course Fee applies to this course.
  

  • COMM 345 - Film as Dialogue: The Social Power of Cinema

    This Student-Initiated Course asks students to think critically about film as a mode of communication that engages identity constructions and politics, cultural influences, and social effects. This course examines film as a messaging system that may reflect or promote sociocultural norms, but also may enable audiences to negotiate meanings and use film as a site of resistance and/or self-expression. In addition to having roots in the theoretical models and approaches of communication as a field of study, the course also incorporates interdisciplinary frames with links to a variety of fields of study, including gender studies, English, history, sociology, anthropology, psychology, and philosophy. In this course, students learn critical theories and how the application of them can unearth new meanings in films through screenings, readings, and analyses of particular films, especially those that reflect films that both counter and support political or social agendas, specifically those that define or contest normative identities.

    Credits: 3
    NOTE:
    * The Communication Course Fee applies to this course.
 

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