Anatomy and neural circuitry that subserve language.

As a University of St. Augustine graduate student, you are expected to read, summarize, and provide feedback on peer-reviewed journal articles. The purpose of this assignment is to develop an understanding of literacy-based trends in speech and language development and disorders. This assignment is intended to show evidence that you have achieved or are working on the following learning objective(s):

Identify the anatomy and neural circuitry that subserve language.
Explain the influence of language experience, genetics and epigenetics on brain development.
Explain the neurolinguistics of language impairments.

Full Answer Section

        Implications and Application to SLP: I will discuss the relevance of the article's findings to the practice of Speech-Language Pathology (SLP), particularly in understanding literacy-based trends in speech and language development and disorders. This will include considering the connections to:
  • The anatomy and neural circuitry that subserve language.
  • The influence of language experience, genetics, and epigenetics on brain development.
  • The neurolinguistics of language impairments.

Sample Answer

     
  • Summary of Main Concepts: I will articulate the key findings, theories, and methodologies presented in the article in my own words.
  • Critical Discussion of Quality: I will evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of the article, considering factors such as the research design, sample size, data analysis, clarity of arguments, and overall contribution to the field. I will also share my agreement or disagreement with the main premise and explain my reasoning.
  • Implications and Application to SLP: I will discuss the relevance of the article's findings to the practice of Speech-Language Pathology (SLP), particularly in understanding literacy-based trends in speech and language development and disorders. This will include considering the connections to: