Communication Sciences and Disorders: An Introduction, introduces students to the field in a clear and succinct manner that allows access to the most current theories, research, and practices through rich examples and anecdotes.  It employs a clinical case-based, life-span approach with special attention given to:

• The application of knowledge, skills, and concepts through comprehensive case studies that include evaluation and treatment plans and multi-media samples.
• The ecological impact of communication disorders at home, school, work, and community, with an emphasis on thinking about functional assessment and outcomes.
• Multicultural issues with an emphasis on the interactions among culture, communication ability, and communication disability.
• Research-based practices in assessment and intervention.
• Pediatric impairments in feeding and swallowing.
• Contemporary "hot topics" associated with the ongoing evolution of the speech, language, and hearing disciplines.