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Dec 21, 2024
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Academic Bulletin 2020-2021 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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PSYCH 440 - Psychology of Language
Credits: 4
An exploration of important issues about language and its impact on people’s perceptions of one another. Topics include the comprehension of spoken and signed languages in social contexts, the acquisition of language, analysis of styles and registers, the role of language in maintaining social structures, and the cognitive and social aspects of bilingualism. Special attention is given to the ways in which language can contribute to stereotypes, discrimination and conflict, as well as to understanding and cooperation.
Prerequisite: PSYCH 206 and PSYCH 160 , PSYCH 162 or PSYCH 164 .
Distribution Requirements: PD, SB.
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