Introduction to Psycholinguistics
Author | : Matthew J. Traxler |
Publisher | : John Wiley & Sons |
Total Pages | : 613 |
Release | : 2011-10-14 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781444344578 |
ISBN-13 | : 1444344579 |
Rating | : 4/5 (78 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: This textbook offers a cutting edge introduction to psycholinguistics, exploring the cognitive processes underlying language acquisition and use. Provides a step-by-step tour through language acquisition, production, and comprehension, from the word level to sentences and dialogue Incorporates both theory and data, including in-depth descriptions of the experimental evidence behind theories Incorporates a comprehensive review of research in bilingual language processing, sign language, reading, and the neurological basis of language production and comprehension Approaches the subject from a range of perspectives, including psychology, linguistics, philosophy, computer science, neurology, and neurophysiology Includes a full program of resources for instructors and students, including review exercises, a test bank, and lecture slides, available online at www.wiley.com/go/traxler