Pragmatics Lecture – Exploring the impacts of intervention through the lens of contemporary practice
About this course
This 1 hour lunchtime lecture with Q and As will explore pragmatics and the impacts of pragmatic intervention through the lens of contemporary practice, from early years through to adulthood.
The pragmatics literature can be overwhelming, so in this lecture Dr Wendy Rinaldi suggests a framework to enable a clearer understanding, and the importance of developing a critical eye when considering published assessments and interventions.
The focus will be on the lesser known aspects of pragmatics – inference and cohesion (organisation of ideas for communication).
Wendy will include the sharing of her latest research with young children and a research opportunity for you, should you wish to take part.
Course pricing
Pricing coming soon.
Please book your place here or alternatively, you can contact us if you are you would like to:
- Book four or more courses (we can offer you a discount)
- Make a block booking for a group
- Book a closed course
Course presenter
Dr Wendy Rinaldi
Dr Wendy Rinaldi is one of the UK’s most experienced and respected specialists in social communication and pragmatic language. A Speech and Language Therapist since 1983, Wendy has dedicated her career to helping professionals understand the vital links between communication, learning, relationships and emotional wellbeing.
With a doctorate from the Institute of Education, University of London, Wendy has been at the forefront of thinking about pragmatic language and social communication for many years. Her work combines clinical expertise, research, consultancy and training, making her a sought-after speaker for therapists, educators and multidisciplinary teams.
Delegates consistently value Wendy’s ability to make complex concepts accessible and relevant to everyday practice. Her training is rich in practical examples, thoughtful reflection and evidence-based strategies that can be applied immediately in clinical, educational and community settings.
Course topics
- Unpicking inference – including the differentiation between semantic and pragmatic comprehension
- Overview of pragmatic development
- Supporting meaningful communication, participation and understanding through neurodiversity-affirming practices
- Introducing a current research project with young children – with opportunities to participate
Booking information
During the booking process, you can select to reserve a place instead (while you confirm you can attend or to organise payment through your employer for example). We can hold your place for up to four weeks, if we have not heard from you after this time, we may need to cancel your reservation so other people can attend the training.
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