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Johns Hopkins University | AS.050.102

Language and Mind

3.0

credits

Average Course Rating

(4.01)

Introductory course dealing with theory, methods, and current research topics in the study of language as a component of the mind. What it is to "know" a language: components of linguistic knowledge (phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics) and the course of language acquisition. How linguistic knowledge is put to use: language and the brain and linguistic processing in various domains.

Fall 2022

(3.95)

Spring 2013

(4.05)

Spring 2014

(4.02)

Fall 2022

Professor: Julia Yarmolinskaya

(3.95)

Spring 2013

Professor: Akira Omaki

(4.05)

The best aspects of this course included the interesting material, and the detailed and informative lectures. Students also felt that the instructor was easy to approach with their concerns and questions. Some students felt that the slides corresponding to a lecture were too vague and that coverage of the material seemed rushed at times. Suggestions for improvement included devoting regular class time to review the material and making the assignments smal er. Prospective students are encouraged to do the required readings, and to pay close attention to the lectures.

Spring 2014

Professor: Akira Omaki

(4.02)

Many students agreed that the lectures and course material were the best aspects about this course. Students found the lectures appealing and the professor great and organized. Homework assignments aligned with exams and there were extra credit opportunities. The worst aspect of this course was it being early in the morning. Students also found it annoying that homework assignments were weighted so heavily. Suggestions for improvement include grading homework more leniently, changing the course time, and more variety in assignments such as research or projects. Prospective students should know that this class does not require prior knowledge.

Lecture Sections

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J. Yarmolinskaya
10:30 - 11:45