ISMAT 837

Psychology of Language

• ApresentaçãoPresentation

  The curricular unit Psychology of Language is part of the Psychology study program and focuses on the cognitive and neuropsychological processes underlying language comprehension and production. Its scope includes the study of language development, verbal and non-verbal communication, as well as language disorders and their implications for learning and social interaction. This course connects with areas such as Cognitive, Developmental, and Clinical Psychology, providing students with essential foundations to understand how language is structured, acquired, and changes throughout life. Its relevance lies in the application of knowledge to contexts of assessment, intervention, and research, contributing to both scientific and practical training in central domains of Psychology.
• ProgramaProgramme

  a) Introduction to the Psychology of Language b) Definition and scope of the Psychology of Language c) Concept of language and communication (human and animal) d) Functions, structure, and components of language e) Biological and developmental foundations of language f) Biological bases of language g) Cognitive bases of language h) Social bases of language i) The relationship between thought and language j) Language acquisition and development k) Theoretical approaches to language acquisition l) Main stages of language development in children m) Phonological, lexical, semantic, and syntactic development n) Language disorders o) Oral language p) Written language: specific learning disorders q) Diagnostic methods in written language disorders r) Assessment techniques
• ObjectivosObjectives

  The course unit in Psychology of Language aims to provide knowledge about the cognitive and neuropsychological processes underlying language comprehension and production. Students are expected to develop skills to identify and analyze linguistic phenomena across different stages of human development, understand major language disorders, and reflect on their implications for learning, communication, and social interaction. The course also seeks to foster competencies for applying knowledge in research, assessment, and psychological intervention contexts, strengthening the link between theory and practice while enhancing students’ critical and scientific capacity.
• BibliografiaBibliography

  Bloom, P. (2002). How children learn the meaning of words . Cambridge: Bradford. Brites, J.A. (2014). Psicopatia e Linguagem . Lisboa: Chiado Editora. Carroll, D.W. (2006). Psicología del Lenguaje (4 TH edition). Paraninfo Cengage Learning. Costa, M. F., & Almeida, R. S. (2024). Fundamentos da linguística cognitiva. Editora Linguística. Geary, D.C. (2005). The origin of mind. Evolution of brain, cognition, and general intelligence. American psychological Association. Washington, DC. Harley, T.A. (2008). The psychology of language. From data to theory. Hove: Psychology Press. Pereira, L. G. (2022). Desenvolvimento fonológico na infância. Em R. T. Souza (Ed.), Psicologia do desenvolvimento linguístico (pp. 45–67). Editora PsicoEditora.  
• MetodologiaMethodology

  Methodology: Lecture-based: theoretical classes in large groups for presenting the syllabus content, with optional research suggested for further study. Practical: practical classes in small groups for analyzing and discussing articles and documentaries, handling assessment tools for linguistic dimensions, tutoring in topic selection and development of group projects, and presenting/discussing the projects in oral and written formats. Continuous assessment: participation in practical class activities (10%); written test to be held on 05/12 (Evening class) and 06/12 (Day class) (50%); group project, written with oral presentation (40%).
• LínguaLanguage

  Português
• TipoType

  Semestral
• ECTS

  6
• NaturezaNature

  Mandatory
• EstágioInternship

  Não