SLP 6011 QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
What is language in the context of communication? - Answers -Language refers to how
we understand and use words to express thoughts and ideas.
What is the difference between language and communication? - Answers -Language
involves the use of words and symbols, while communication encompasses how we
navigate and express thoughts using speech or other systems.
What are the key components of language systems? - Answers -Phonology,
morphology, syntax, semantics, and pragmatics.
What does phonology refer to? - Answers -Phonology refers to speech sounds.
What is morphology in language development? - Answers -Morphology pertains to
grammar and the structure of words.
What does syntax involve? - Answers -Syntax involves how words are combined to
make sentences.
What is semantics? - Answers -Semantics deals with word meanings.
What is pragmatics in language use? - Answers -Pragmatics refers to the rules of
language use in conversation and social contexts.
What is phonological awareness? - Answers -Phonological awareness is the ability to
recognize and manipulate sounds in spoken language.
What are the components of phonological processing? - Answers -Phonological
awareness, phonological working memory, and phonological retrieval.
What is phonemic awareness? - Answers -Phonemic awareness is a subset of
phonological awareness focused on manipulating phonemes.
What is phonological working memory? - Answers -Phonological working memory is
the ability to store spoken language in short-term memory.
What does phonological retrieval refer to? - Answers -Phonological retrieval is the
efficient retrieval of phonological information from long-term memory.
How does syntax order differ in non-English languages? - Answers -The order of words
in sentences may differ from English syntax.
, What are Tier 2 and Tier 3 words? - Answers -Tier 2 words are high-frequency words
used across various contexts, while Tier 3 words are domain-specific vocabulary.
What is communication competence? - Answers -Communication competence involves
the integration of form, content, and use in language.
What is a language disorder? - Answers -A language disorder is a condition that
impacts language development and can coexist with learning disabilities.
What is the prevalence of language disorders in children? - Answers -Language
disorders affect 1 in 14 children.
What is the role of evaluative awareness in language development? - Answers -
Evaluative awareness involves understanding and reflecting on language use and its
effectiveness.
What is the significance of metaphors and figurative language in communication? -
Answers -Metaphors and figurative language enhance communication by adding depth
and creativity to expression.
What is UDL and what does it aim to achieve? - Answers -Universal Design for
Learning (UDL) is a framework designed to give students equal opportunities to
succeed by addressing the 'what,' 'how,' and 'why' of learning.
What does IDEA stand for and what does it ensure? - Answers -The Individuals with
Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) ensures students with disabilities are provided a Free
and Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) in the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE).
What are the eligibility criteria for special education services under IDEA? - Answers -
Eligibility requires that a child has a learning disability that adversely affects their
performance and does not have a primary hearing impairment, visual impairment, or
other specified disabilities.
What is the difference between Language Learning Disabilities (LLD) and Learning
Disabilities (LD)? - Answers -Language Learning Disabilities (LLD) specifically affect
reading, writing, and spelling, while Learning Disabilities (LD) encompass unexpected
difficulties in various academic skills relative to age and abilities.
What are the characteristics of Dyslexia? - Answers -Dyslexia is a specific reading
disorder characterized by difficulty in understanding or using language, which can
impact listening, speaking, writing, spelling, and math.
What is Dysgraphia and how does it affect students? - Answers -Dysgraphia affects
writing skills, causing difficulties with spelling, legibility, expression, word sizing, and
word formation.
What is language in the context of communication? - Answers -Language refers to how
we understand and use words to express thoughts and ideas.
What is the difference between language and communication? - Answers -Language
involves the use of words and symbols, while communication encompasses how we
navigate and express thoughts using speech or other systems.
What are the key components of language systems? - Answers -Phonology,
morphology, syntax, semantics, and pragmatics.
What does phonology refer to? - Answers -Phonology refers to speech sounds.
What is morphology in language development? - Answers -Morphology pertains to
grammar and the structure of words.
What does syntax involve? - Answers -Syntax involves how words are combined to
make sentences.
What is semantics? - Answers -Semantics deals with word meanings.
What is pragmatics in language use? - Answers -Pragmatics refers to the rules of
language use in conversation and social contexts.
What is phonological awareness? - Answers -Phonological awareness is the ability to
recognize and manipulate sounds in spoken language.
What are the components of phonological processing? - Answers -Phonological
awareness, phonological working memory, and phonological retrieval.
What is phonemic awareness? - Answers -Phonemic awareness is a subset of
phonological awareness focused on manipulating phonemes.
What is phonological working memory? - Answers -Phonological working memory is
the ability to store spoken language in short-term memory.
What does phonological retrieval refer to? - Answers -Phonological retrieval is the
efficient retrieval of phonological information from long-term memory.
How does syntax order differ in non-English languages? - Answers -The order of words
in sentences may differ from English syntax.
, What are Tier 2 and Tier 3 words? - Answers -Tier 2 words are high-frequency words
used across various contexts, while Tier 3 words are domain-specific vocabulary.
What is communication competence? - Answers -Communication competence involves
the integration of form, content, and use in language.
What is a language disorder? - Answers -A language disorder is a condition that
impacts language development and can coexist with learning disabilities.
What is the prevalence of language disorders in children? - Answers -Language
disorders affect 1 in 14 children.
What is the role of evaluative awareness in language development? - Answers -
Evaluative awareness involves understanding and reflecting on language use and its
effectiveness.
What is the significance of metaphors and figurative language in communication? -
Answers -Metaphors and figurative language enhance communication by adding depth
and creativity to expression.
What is UDL and what does it aim to achieve? - Answers -Universal Design for
Learning (UDL) is a framework designed to give students equal opportunities to
succeed by addressing the 'what,' 'how,' and 'why' of learning.
What does IDEA stand for and what does it ensure? - Answers -The Individuals with
Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) ensures students with disabilities are provided a Free
and Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) in the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE).
What are the eligibility criteria for special education services under IDEA? - Answers -
Eligibility requires that a child has a learning disability that adversely affects their
performance and does not have a primary hearing impairment, visual impairment, or
other specified disabilities.
What is the difference between Language Learning Disabilities (LLD) and Learning
Disabilities (LD)? - Answers -Language Learning Disabilities (LLD) specifically affect
reading, writing, and spelling, while Learning Disabilities (LD) encompass unexpected
difficulties in various academic skills relative to age and abilities.
What are the characteristics of Dyslexia? - Answers -Dyslexia is a specific reading
disorder characterized by difficulty in understanding or using language, which can
impact listening, speaking, writing, spelling, and math.
What is Dysgraphia and how does it affect students? - Answers -Dysgraphia affects
writing skills, causing difficulties with spelling, legibility, expression, word sizing, and
word formation.
