W 1 : The psychology of learning (introduction to Concepts)

After learning this chapter the students will be able to learn that:

  • Psycholinguistics is the study of individuals who comprehend, produce, and acquire language.
  • The study of psycholinguistics is part of the field of cognitive science.
  • Psycholinguistics stresses the knowledge of language and the cognitive processes involved in ordinary language use.
  • Psycholinguists are also interested in the social rules involved in language use and the brain mechanisms associated with language.
  • Contemporary interest in psycholinguistics began in the 1950s, although important precursors existed earlier in the 20th century.

 

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