Description: In this course, current practitioners delve into the science of reading and phonics with an emphasis on understanding both typical and atypical language development and the effect of disabilities and disorders on literacy. Practitioners are guided to use this knowledge to make informed programmatic and instructional decisions that support individuals with moderate to severe exceptionalities. Research-based strategies for phonics, phonemic awareness, vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension are explored, along with methods for accommodating the general education curriculum to enhance access to the core curriculum and support individualized learning needs. Practitioners will examine the role of special education teachers in utilizing augmentative and alternative communication to promote literacy and communication skills. Focus is placed on planning and implementing instruction and assessments using assistive technologies that facilitate communication and learning for students with moderate to severe exceptionalities, ensuring that modifications and accommodations are effectively integrated to maximize student success. Please contact Assignment Samurai for help with MSS-5400TE: Science of Reading, Phonics, and Adaptive Communication for Practitioners or any other assignment. Email: assignmentsamurai@gmail.com