Brain and Language PDF
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This document introduces the topic of brain and language. It covers where language is processed in the brain and if language development is similar to other cognitive skills. It also includes questions and a background on the physical form of the brain.
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Brain and Language a two-part introduction 1. Where is language processed in the brain? 2. Is the development of language like or unlike other cognitive skills? 2 Brain and Language Part 1 1. Where is language processed in the brain? – Which half of the brain? – Are all aspects of language proce...
Brain and Language a two-part introduction 1. Where is language processed in the brain? 2. Is the development of language like or unlike other cognitive skills? 2 Brain and Language Part 1 1. Where is language processed in the brain? – Which half of the brain? – Are all aspects of language processed in the same part of the brain? – What happens if there is brain damage in the language areas? 3 Background on the brain: physical form What do you notice about the shape of the brain? • two cerebral (brain) hemispheres • two kinds of cells: neurons (information senders) and glia (neuron protectors) 4
