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Which technology allows us to study how and where language is processed in all brains?
Which technology allows us to study how and where language is processed in all brains?
- fMRI (correct)
- CT scan
- MRI
- EEG
Is the development of language similar to or different than the development of other cognitive skills?
Is the development of language similar to or different than the development of other cognitive skills?
- Partly similar and partly different (correct)
- Not mentioned in the text
- Different
- Similar
Is there a given time period when language abilities develop in the brain?
Is there a given time period when language abilities develop in the brain?
- Language abilities do not develop in the brain
- Not mentioned in the text
- Yes, there is a specific time period
- No, language abilities develop at different times for different individuals (correct)
Are language abilities intertwined with or separate from other cognitive functions?
Are language abilities intertwined with or separate from other cognitive functions?
According to the text, how do children learn language?
According to the text, how do children learn language?
What are some ways in which parents provide input for language learning?
What are some ways in which parents provide input for language learning?
What is one example of a complex language utterance made by a child?
What is one example of a complex language utterance made by a child?
What theory suggests that language development is guided by multiple components, including the input/environment and innate biological component specialized for language?
What theory suggests that language development is guided by multiple components, including the input/environment and innate biological component specialized for language?
What technology allows us to study the processing of language in all brains?
What technology allows us to study the processing of language in all brains?
Does the input and environment alone explain the whole story of language development?
Does the input and environment alone explain the whole story of language development?
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Study Notes
Language Processing Technology
- Neuroimaging techniques, such as fMRI and EEG, enable the study of language processing in various brains.
Language Development vs. Other Cognitive Skills
- Language development shares similarities with other cognitive skills but possesses unique characteristics and milestones.
Timing of Language Development
- Language abilities typically emerge during early childhood, particularly between ages 0-5, aligning with critical developmental windows in the brain.
Interrelation of Language and Cognitive Functions
- Language abilities are intertwined with other cognitive functions, such as memory and attention, but also maintain distinct pathways for development.
Children's Language Learning
- Children learn language through a combination of exposure, imitation, and interaction within their environment.
Parental Input in Language Learning
- Parents facilitate language development by engaging in verbal interactions, reading to children, and providing a rich linguistic environment.
Complex Language Utterances
- An example of a complex utterance by a child might include a two- or three-word phrase that combines nouns and verbs, demonstrating early sentence structure.
Theory of Language Development
- The interactionist theory posits that language development is influenced by both environmental input and innate biological mechanisms specifically adapted for language acquisition.
Technology for Language Processing Study
- Neuroimaging and electrophysiological methods allow researchers to observe real-time language processing across different brains.
Role of Input and Environment in Language Development
- While input and environment play crucial roles, they do not fully explain language development; innate biological factors also significantly contribute.
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