Neurolinguistics: Language & the Brain - LAN00035H
Related modules
Module will run
| Occurrence | Teaching period |
|---|---|
| A | Spring Term 2022-23 to Summer Term 2022-23 |
Module aims
- The module aims to provide an overview of the current state of knowledge regarding the neural bases of language, focusing on areas involved in language comprehension.
- The module further aims to help the students understand the relationship between neurolinguistics and linguistic theory.
Module learning outcomes
- Understand the basics of neurocognition, including basic knowledge of brain anatomy and neuroimaging methods
- Know a state-of-the-art picture of the neural bases of language and language processing
- Know how neurolinguistics both informs and is informed by linguistic theory
- Have experience reading and critiquing primary research in neurolinguistics
Indicative assessment
| Task | % of module mark |
|---|---|
| Essay/coursework | 60 |
| Open Exam (6-day week) | 40 |
Special assessment rules
None
Indicative reassessment
| Task | % of module mark |
|---|---|
| Essay/coursework | 60 |
| Open Exam (6-day week) | 40 |
Module feedback
Formative assessment
Quizzes
There will be several formative quizzes during seminars in spring term, in order to allow students to get feedback on their level of knowledge of key terms and concepts.
Guided readings
Students will be assigned readings with guiding questions, and they will need to write group reports on the readings during some of the seminars; the students will receive oral and written feedback for this work.
Summative assessment
Feedback will be provided within 20 working days.
Indicative reading
Libben, Gary. 2005. Brain and language. In O'Grady, W., Archibald, J., Aronoff, M. & Rees-Miller, J (eds.). (2005) Contemporary Linguistics: an introduction. New York: Bedford/St Martins.