Child Language Disability Vol.2: Semantic and Pragmatic Difficulties

Edited by: Kay Mogford-Bevan, Jane Sadler

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Paperback
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ISBN:
9781853591273
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Publisher:
Multilingual Matters
Number of pages:
120
Dimensions:
210mm x 148mm
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Rising recognition of semantic and pragmatic disabilities in children with specific language impairment has created a demand for a satisfactory framework and suitable methods for assessment and remediation. Work in tackling these problems is at an early stage. This book reports on progress in research and practice in a form accessible to professionals from a variety of backgrounds.

Preface
Notes on Contributors
1. Kay Mogford-Bevon and Jane Sadler: Semantic and Pragmatic Difficulties or Semantic-Pragmatic Syndrome? Some Explanations
2. Michael F. McTear: Is There Such a Thing as Conversational Disability?
3. David Crystal: Teaching Vocabulary: The Case for a Semantic Curriculum
4. Gina Conti-Ramsden: How Can We Study Pragmatic Disabilities?
5. Catherine Adams: Analysis of Language-Impaired Children's Conversation
6. Susan Hyde-Wright and Barbara Cray: A Teacher's and A Speech Therapist's Approach to Management

Postgraduate, Research / Professional
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