Introduction to the field of neurolinguistics. Examining the
neural basis of human language, the course relates data from
techniques like neuroimaging and electrophysiology to
computational models across multiple levels of analysis,
including phonology, morphology, syntax, and semantics.
Athena Title
Language Mind and Brain
Prerequisite
LING 2100 or LING 2100E or LING 2100H
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Student Learning Outcomes
Students will describe major aspects of neural anatomy and physiology as it relates to language processing.
Students will explain the advantages and disadvantages of various neurolinguistics research methodologies.
Students will formulate hypotheses linking behavioral and electrophysiological data to linguistic theories.
Students will interpret empirical findings from the primary neurolinguistics literature.
Students will justify claims about the fine-grained time course of language comprehension and production.
Students will draw parallels and identify differences between the processing of auditory and visual linguistic stimuli.
