Unravel the psychology behind language learning and teaching in this dynamic 4-week course. Gain practical insights into how cognitive and social factors shape language acquisition, empowering you to enhance classroom strategies and connect with learners on a deeper level.
Psycholinguistics In The Classroom
Course Cost
The course costs $129 per participant
Duration
The course runs for 4 weeks with a weekly meeting of 1.5 hours
Start Date
The course starts on March, 17, 2025
Materials Provided
Pre-recorded video content, PDFs, slide decks, self-assessment tests, and interactive virtual meetings
About the Course
The course provides a comprehensive exploration of the psychological processes underlying language learning and use, with a focus on practical applications in educational settings. This course is ideal for educators, linguists, and professionals interested in understanding how language functions as both a cognitive and social phenomenon. By examining the works of prominent scholars like Robert Sapolsky and David Crystal, participants will gain a deeper understanding of how language is acquired, processed, and influenced by psychological factors.
Throughout the course, students will engage with key topics such as prosody and emotiveness, the creation of new language constructions, and the stages of child language acquisition. The course also delves into the psychological aspects of language, exploring how grammar functions as a cognitive tool, and how language attitudes and decision-making are shaped by cultural and autobiographical factors. Participants will learn how to apply these theoretical concepts to enhance language teaching and learning in the classroom.
Register now to explore the psychology of language!
Explore the cognitive and social processes behind language learning in this 4-week course. Delve into prosody, child language acquisition, and the psychological aspects of grammar and decision-making. Priced at $129 – Transform your teaching strategies today!
Learning Objectives
- Participants will be able to understand the role of prosody and emotiveness in language learning. Explain how new language constructions are created and their implications for teaching. Analyze language as a psychological phenomenon and apply new approaches in the classroom. Evaluate how language attitudes and decision-making impact language learning.
Format:
- Synchronous + Asynchronous Learning: 10 hours of study time in total, including tests and case studies.
- Interactive Virtual Meetings: 4 virtual meetings of 1.5 hours each, featuring discussions and breakout sessions on the psychological aspects of language and their application in the classroom.
- Pre-recorded Video Content: 2 hours of high-quality video content
- PDFs and Presentations: Supporting documents and slide decks to aid in the learning process.
- Tests and Self-assessments: Multiple-choice questions and self-assessments to measure understanding.
Class Meeting Topics to Be Covered
- Virtual Class Meeting 1: Prosody and Emotiveness across languages
- Virtual Class Meeting 2: Analytical vs Empirical approach in language learning
- Virtual Class Meeting 3: Language as a Psychological Phenomenon
- Virtual Class Meeting 4: Language Attitude and Decision-Making in learning
Certificate
- Participants will receive a double certificate from TXST CE and Amolingua upon completion. Credits or microlearning badges may be available depending on university policies.
The Psychology of Language
Explore how psychology shapes language learning in this 4-week course. Dive into prosody, child language acquisition, and decision-making in education. Includes interactive sessions, pre-recorded videos, and assessments, with a double certificate awarded upon completion.
Dates for Synchronous Virtual Meetings
Join us for interactive live sessions to enhance your learning experience.
| Date | Time (Central Time) | Location |
|---|---|---|
| March 17, 2025 | 12:00 PM | Online |
| March 24, 2025 | 12:00 PM | Online |
| March 31, 2025 | 12:00 PM | Online |
| April 7, 2025 | 12:00 PM | Online |
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QUESTIONS?
For more information, contact The Continuing Education Office
Phone Number: 512-245-2507
Email: continuinged@txstate.edu
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