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2009 Summer Session Course Listings
Note: Northwestern day school students need permission from the dean of their school to enroll in School of Continuing Studies courses. SCS courses are indicated by a -CN after the course number (example: ACCOUNT 204-CN Sec. 28). The majority of Summer Session courses do not need dean approval.
Communication Sciences and Disorders
The Graduate School
Special Course Offerings for Professionals: The School of Communication offers a package of courses specially designed for those in the communicative disorders field. Many of the courses are scheduled to accommodate working professionals' schedules. Qualified professionals may be eligible for a reduced tuition rate and participants may register for any one or more of these courses. For further information, contact Charles Larson, Chair of the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, 847-491-3066. Courses of special interest include CSD 369-1, CSD 369-2, CSD 388-0, and CSD 440-0 (see below for course descriptions).
CSD 343-0 Sec. 26
Family Systems: Theory and Intervention Strategies in Early Intervention
CAESAR Class Number: 42192
6 weeks,
EVAN,
6/22 - 7/29
MW 2 - 4pm
Lynda Thill
This course will be held in Frances Searle room 2370.
Models of family systems theory and application related to the functioning of families with disabled infants or toddlers. Intervention strategies appropriate for early-intervention professionals. Prerequisite: advanced status in developmental disabilities or consent of the instructor.
CSD 369-1 Sec. 21
Special Topics in Speech and Language Pathology: The Management of Feeding Disorders in Infants and Toddlers
CAESAR Class Number: 42152
1 week,
EVAN,
6/15 - 6/19
MTuWThF 9am - 4:30pm
Lynda Thill
This course will be held in Frances Searle room 2370.
This course addresses the nature and management of atypical feeding patterns in infants and toddlers. Content includes a review of normal structural and physiological differences in oral pharyngeal function for sucking, chewing, and swallowing; atypical patterns; consideration of nutrition and failure to thrive; and intervention techniques.
CSD 369-2 Sec. 24
Special Topics in Communication Disorders: Assessment and Treatment of Right-Brain Damage and Traumatic Brain Injury
CAESAR Class Number: 42154
4 weeks,
EVAN,
7/20 - 8/14
MTuWThF 4 - 6pm
Martha Burns
This course will be held in Frances Searle room 2107.
Neurophysiology, neuropsychology, and methods of assessment and treatment of right-cerebral hemisphere dysfunction and traumatic brain injury. Differential diagnosis of right versus left cerebral hemisphere dysfunctions and focal right-hemisphere dysfunction versus closed head trauma and the dementias.
CSD 388-0 Sec. 21
Attention Deficit Disorder and Related Behavior Disorders
CAESAR Class Number: 42156
1 week,
EVAN,
6/15 - 6/19
MTuWThF 9am - 4:30pm
Steven Zecker
This course will be held in Frances Searle room 2407.
An examination of the role of attentional processes in normal learning and a historical overview of the field of attention deficits. Diagnosis of attention deficit disorder, its primary symptoms, associated conditions, and etiologies. Consideration of a variety of treatment approaches including medication, family systems intervention, and social skills training.
CSD 408 Sec. 28
Business Practices in Audiology
CAESAR Class Number: 42188
8 weeks,
EVAN,
6/23 - 8/13
TuTh 10 - 11:30am
Kim Cavitt
This course will be held in Frances Searle room 2378.
Business and management issues in audiology, including managing clinical operations, writing business plans, establishing financial systems and using medical codes.
CSD 415-2 Sec. 28
Clinical Study
CAESAR Class Number: 42160
8 weeks,
EVAN,
6/25 - 8/13
Th 3 - 4pm
Diane Novak
This course will be held in Frances Searle room 2370.
CSD 415-6 Sec. 28
Clinical Externship
CAESAR Class Number: 42206
8 weeks,
EVAN,
6/23 - 8/13
TuTh 12:30 - 2pm
Susan Erler
This course will be held in Frances Searle room 2378.
CSD 417-0 Sec. 28
Noise and Its Effect on People
CAESAR Class Number: 42194
8 weeks,
EVAN,
6/23 - 8/13
TuTh 8:30 - 9:50am
Laura Ann Wilber
This course will be held in Frances Searle room 2407.
CSD 426-0 Sec. 28
Evaluation and Treatment of Balance Disorder
CAESAR Class Number: 42158
8 weeks,
EVAN,
6/23 - 8/13
TuTh 8 - 9:30am
Tracy Hagan
This course will be held in Frances Searle room 2370.
Electrophysiologic evaluation of auditory, visual and somatosensory systems, emphasizing electric response measures. Theoretical and practical considerations in clinical application; interpretation of test results.
CSD 440-0 Sec. 24
Alternative and Augmentative Communication
CAESAR Class Number: 42150
4 weeks,
EVAN,
6/23 - 7/16
MTuWTh 4 - 6pm
Patricia Politano
This course will be held in Frances Searle room 2107.
Theories and practices in clinical management of severely impaired or nonspeaking persons. Application of graphics, signs, and gestural means of communication; use of aids and devices; development of interactive communication behaviors; development and use of computer-assisted communication strategies. Lectures, laboratory, and independent study/project.
CSD 476-0 Sec. 26
Writing and Disorders of Written Language
CAESAR Class Number: 42795
6 weeks,
EVAN,
6/22 - 7/31
MWF 10 - 11:30am
Doris Johnson
This course will be held in Frances Searle room 2407.
The nature of writing and the development and disorders of written language, including both theoretical and clinical issues. Measures of eliciting and analyzing written texts; implications for assessment and remediation.
CSD 478-2 Sec. 28
Theory and Practice in Learning Disabilities and Related Disorders
CAESAR Class Number: 42190
8 weeks,
EVAN,
6/22 - 8/14
Days and times are TBA
Anna Pistorio Wagner
CSD 486-0 Sec. 28
Language Disorders in Children with Learning Disabilities
CAESAR Class Number: 42246
8 weeks,
EVAN,
6/23 - 8/13
TuTh 10am - noon
Jennifer Zvi
This course will be held in Frances Searle room 1441.
Theories and research regarding oral language problems of individuals with learning disabilities and other disorders. Assessment and intervention for form, content, and usage is emphasized.
CSD 489-1 Sec. 28
Clinical Study and Research in Differential Diagnosis
CAESAR Class Number: 42220
8 weeks,
EVAN,
6/23 - 8/13
TuTh 8am - 5pm
Frank Van Santen
CSD 491-2 Sec. 24
Advanced Articulation and Phonological Disorders in Children
CAESAR Class Number: 42168
4 weeks,
EVAN,
6/23 - 7/16
TuTh noon - 2pm
Paula McGuire
This course will be held in Frances Searle room 2407.
Advanced study of research in the evaluation and treatment of articulation and phonological disorders in children. Application in the design of treatment protocols. Counts for .5 units of credit.
CSD 494-2 Sec. 24
Advanced Study in Disorders of Fluency
CAESAR Class Number: 42222
4 weeks,
EVAN,
6/22 - 7/17
MWF noon - 2pm
Michelle Jones
This course will be held in Frances Searle room 2370.
CSD 508-0 Sec. 28
Research in Clinical Audiology
CAESAR Class Number: 42174
8 weeks,
EVAN,
6/23 - 8/13
TuTh 11am - 12:30pm
Dean Garstecki
This course will be held in Frances Searle room 2370.
CSD 536-0 Sec. 28
Practicum in Health Based Facilities: Clinical Procedures in SLP
CAESAR Class Number: 42796
8 weeks,
EVAN,
6/22 - 8/14
Days and times are TBA
Paula McGuire
Clinical practicum in hospital or rehabilitation-center settings; participation in interdisciplinary conferences. See department for registration details.
CSD 575-0 Sec. 28
Seminar: Current Topics in Learning Disabilities
CAESAR Class Number: 42176
8 weeks,
EVAN,
6/22 - 8/14
MW 5 - 6:30pm
Doris Johnson
This course will be held in Frances Searle room 2378.
Examination of recent issues related to research and professional practice in the field of learning disabilities.
CSD 580-4 Sec. 28
Clinical Externship
CAESAR Class Number: 42224
8 weeks,
EVAN,
6/22 - 8/13
Days and times are TBA
Sumitrajit Dhar
Indicates an Evening Course.
Indicates a Study Abroad Course.
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