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Course Title: Developing Competency in Self-Advocacy Skills for Complex Communicators

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Learning Objectives:

1. Identify at least three skills to target to develop communication competency

2. Identify at least three activities or tools for students to learn and practice self-advocacy skills.

3. Explain how to use coaching strategies to support communication partners in utilizing skills

explicitly taught during natural moments in the learning environment.

References & Resources:

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