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Mission Statement

Educating for Nevada’s Future

 

The mission of Nevada State College School of Education is to prepare highly qualified, culturally responsive professionals. We accomplish this through effective pedagogy, state of the art technology, clinical experiences, scholarly inquiry, and community partnerships. Our graduates will be critical thinkers who contribute to a global, democratic society.

Instructor Information

Semester: Spring 2020

Day/Time: Hybrid (Tues On Line/ Thursday In Class) Dawson 106 6:00-7:20 PM

Credit: 3

Office Hours:  Wednesday 3:00- 6:00/Thursday 3:00- 6:00

Email/Telephone: There are four ways that you can contact me:

  1. E-mail:
  2. Jones@nsc.edu
  3. The mail tool in WebCampus (also known as Canvas)
  4. Ask the Instructor tool in Webcampus (also known as Canvas)
  5. Telephone: 702-992-2536

 

Course Description

The NSC Catalog describes this course as follows:

 

Neurology and Speech Pathology (3 credits): Examination of the normal neurological processes and functions of the brain and its relationship to swallowing, speech, language and hearing. Sensory, motor, and cognitive functions emphasized.  Pre-requisite(s): SPA 330 and admission to the Speech Pathology program.

Course Materials

Textbook name/edition: Neuroanatomy for Speech Language Pathology and Audiology, 2nd Ed.

Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning     

ISBN:  978-1-284-15106-0     Copyright Date: 2020

Course Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, students will: 

 

  • Describe how the nervous system and its anatomical components contribute to the processes involved in speech, language, cognition, and hearing. (ASHA Standard III-B)
  • Understand the physiological processes related to speech, language, cognition and hearing. (ASHA Standard III-C)
  • Define and classify neurological disorders. (ASHA Standard III-C)
  • Describe the relationship between neurological impairments and communication disorders.

(ASHA Standard III-C)

Go to http://www.asha.org/certification/slp_standards.htm for a complete description of all ASHA Standards

Plagiarism and Cheating

Plagiarism involves directly quoting, summarizing, or paraphrasing the work of others without specific indication of sources, or handing in work that is not the student's own. Cheating is the unauthorized giving or receiving of information in examinations or other exercises. The grade of "0" or "F" will be given for any assignment in which plagiarism or cheating is discovered. This grade will seriously affect the final grade in the course. Evidence of such dishonesty will be kept on file, and will not be returned to the student. Instructors have the responsibility to report such incidents to the Dean. Serious penalties may be imposed, depending on the nature of the incident.

School Of Education Grading Scale

94-100     A

90-93       A-

87-89       B+

84-86       B

80-83       B-

77-79       C+

74-76       C

70-73       C-

67-69       D+

64-66       D

60-63       D-

59-Below F

Grades are based on the strict adherence of the above instructions and standards.  I do not round up grades, so if a student receives an overall percentage of 89.9 their grade will be a “B+.”

My philosophy in doing this is to be fair to the students who have truly earned their grade of an “A” etc.  It is possible for a student to earn an F if they do not do the work.  Your grade is based on the points received during the semester.

Professional Dispositions

Teacher and Speech Pathology candidates at Nevada State College are expected to demonstrate behaviors that are indicative of the following dispositions characteristic of effective teachers and SLP’s.  The candidate shows a disposition toward and commitment to each of the following:

  1. Maintains a positive attitude during class, field work, clinical settings, and all other educational environments.
  2. Is punctual to and attends the duration of class, field work assignments, therapy sessions, and scheduled meetings.
  3. Is honest, trustworthy, and respectful in communications and interactions with others.
  4. Demonstrates ethical behavior and maintains confidentiality regarding student information and communications.
  5. Online discourse and participation in classroom discussion are respectful, tolerant of, and responsive to ideas and views of others.
  6. Looks for solutions to problems versus engaging in a pattern of negative behavior.
  7. Provides equitable learning opportunities for all students, for example, student does not dominate class discussions and/or instructor’s time.
  8. Communication and/or actions do not discriminate against any group.
  9. Appearance, grooming and personal hygiene are appropriate for working in the school setting.
  10. Uses constructive feedback from instructor or peers to improve skills.
  11. Appropriate interaction with school age children during field work and student teaching.
  12. Uses sound judgment and thoughtful decision making with consideration of the consequences.
  13. Collaborates with peers to improve overall learning of students.
  14. Takes initiative and responsibility for one’s own learning.

 

Course Summary:

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