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Advanced Psycholinguistics

This course explores the intricate relationship between language and the human mind. It delves into the processes involved in language production, comprehension, and interpretation, examining how our everyday language use connects to our cognitive functions and real-life experiences. The course also investigates language acquisition in children and adults, and identifies various language disorders along with their potential treatments. Students will critically analyze language usage and its psychological underpinnings.

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24h
Study Time
13
Weeks
2h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
PsycholinguisticsLanguage AcquisitionSpeech ComprehensionSpeech ProductionNeurolinguistics

Course Overview

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Course Difficulty

Advanced Level
For experienced practitioners
90%
advanced
📚
Math Level
No Math
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Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Psycholinguistics

2

Language Acquisition

3

Speech Comprehension

4

Speech Production

5

Neurolinguistics

6

Language Disorders

Total Topics6 topics

Requirements

Knowledge and skills recommended for success

ENG491

💡 Don't have all requirements? Don't worry! Many students successfully complete this course with basic preparation and dedication.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

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Speech Therapist

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Linguist

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Neurolinguist

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Psychologist

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Special Education Teacher

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

HealthcareEducationResearchRehabilitationSpeech Therapy Clinics

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Psycholinguistics: Issues and Concerns

2h

Unit 1: Psycholinguistic Concepts

2 study hours
  • •Define psycholinguistics and its scope
  • •Explore different definitions by scholars
  • •Understand the operational circle of psycholinguistics
Week
2

Module 1: Psycholinguistics: Issues and Concerns

2h

Unit 2: Development of Psycholinguistics

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the origin and development of psycholinguistics
  • •Identify key scholars and their contributions
  • •Analyze factors leading to the field's emergence
Week
3

Module 1: Psycholinguistics: Issues and Concerns

2h

Unit 3: How does Psycholinguistics Relate to our Lives?

2 study hours
  • •Relate psycholinguistics to everyday life
  • •Analyze thought processes and linguistic experiences
  • •Examine practical applications of psycholinguistics
Week
4

Module 1: Psycholinguistics: Issues and Concerns

2h

Unit 4: Current Issues and Controversies in Psycholinguistics

2 study hours
  • •Identify current issues and controversies in psycholinguistics
  • •Discuss nativism and modularity
  • •Explore structure and process in language
Week
5

Module 1: Psycholinguistics: Issues and Concerns

2h

Unit 5: What about Linguistic Universals?

2 study hours
  • •Explore the concept of linguistic universals
  • •Integrate issues in psycholinguistics
  • •Examine communicative vs linguistic competence
Week
6

Module 1: Psycholinguistics: Issues and Concerns

2h

Unit 6: Different Forms of Psycholinguistic Inquiry

2 study hours
  • •Identify different forms of psycholinguistic inquiry
  • •Explore speech comprehension and production processes
  • •Discuss language acquisition
Week
7

Module 2: Language Acquisition

2h

Unit 1: Biological Foundations

2 study hours
  • •Explore biological foundations of language
  • •Examine language and the human mind
  • •Discuss language acquisition theories
Week
8

Module 2: Language Acquisition

2h

Unit 2: The Role of Cognition

2 study hours
  • •Analyze the role of cognition in language acquisition
  • •Examine the cognitive process and recursive mechanism
  • •Discuss the relationship between language and thought
Week
9

Module 2: Language Acquisition

2h

Unit 3: Caregiver Language

2 study hours
  • •Describe caregiver language and its role in language development
  • •Identify peculiarities of child-directed speech
  • •Explore the 'baby talk' register
Week
10

Module 2: Language Acquisition

2h

Unit 4: Vocabulary Acquisition

2 study hours
  • •Explore vocabulary development in early childhood
  • •Examine the content of early vocabulary
  • •Discuss vocabulary acquisition beyond the early years
Week
11

Module 2: Language Acquisition

2h

Unit 5: Phonological Acquisition

2 study hours
  • •Explore the phonological process
  • •Examine perception of speech and speech production skills
  • •Discuss the speaking process and the speech organs
Week
12

Module 2: Language Acquisition

2h

Unit 6: Syntactic Acquisition

2 study hours
  • •Explore syntactic acquisition
  • •Examine holophrases and the one-word stage
  • •Discuss Mean Length of Utterance (MLU)
Week
13

Module 2: Language Acquisition

2h

Unit 7: Semantic Acquisition

2 study hours
  • •Explore semantic acquisition
  • •Examine developmental milestones in infant semantics
  • •Discuss levels of meaning and features of semantic acquisition

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create concept maps linking Modules 3-5 brain areas to language functions

2

Review case studies in Units 2-3 to diagnose language disorders

3

Practice applying Grice's maxims from Unit 5 to analyze conversations

4

Memorize key terms from Units 1-2 using flashcards

5

Summarize each unit's key points in your own words weekly

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