This course explores the brain bases of bilingualism by discussing literature relevant to differences in age of initial learning, proficiency, and control in the nonverbal, single language and dual-language literature. Participants will learn about the latest research related to how humans learn one or two languages and other cognitive skills.
The Bilingual Brain
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YW
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Reviewed on Dec 24, 2024
It was a meaningful course with lots of current research sharing. As a language teacher, I would like to share what I learned here with my colleagues to guide our curriculum.
SJ
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Reviewed on Oct 30, 2016
A great course for those who are interested in the fascinating bilingual research going on in area. Clearly stated, up-to-date literature shared.
YT
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Reviewed on Aug 15, 2020
It led me to a whole new world to see bilingualism from different point of view. It explained ideas that I had before scientifically.
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