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Course Description
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Course Name
Psychology 4H Single: Language And Meaning
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Host University
University of Glasgow
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Location
Glasgow, Scotland
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Area of Study
Linguistics, Psychology
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Course Level Recommendations
Upper
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Scotcat Credits
10 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits2.5
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units1
Hours & Credits
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Overview
Short Description
The aim of this course is to develop students understanding of language processing and theories of meaning.
Assessment
Examination 100%
Main Assessment In: April/MayCourse Aims
The aim of this course is to develop students understanding of language processing and theories of meaning. We will talk about research on the meanings and functions of different types of words. Different methodological techniques will be explained and we will consider the different empirical questions these techniques afford. The neurophysiology of language will be discussed and we will consider current explanations of language related components, e.g. N400 and P600. We will also discuss our understanding of shallow processing, pragmatics and framing effects in language comprehension.
Intended Learning Outcomes of Course
By the end of this course students will be able to:
- Describe research on word meaning.
- Explain different theories of meaning and discuss their advantages and disadvantages.
- Explain how different levels of semantic analysis are related to one another.
- Explain different methodological techniques in language research. Understand the main language related ERP components, e.g. N400 and P600. Identify ERP correlates of semantic and syntactic violations and explain the significance of these in terms of language processing.
- Understand and explain the nature of time frequency analysis and what this might show.
- Interpret the issues involved in shallow processing and explain the experimental evidence illustrating this.
- Explain the difference between semantic and pragmatic processes with reference to current research
Course Disclaimer
Courses and course hours of instruction are subject to change.
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