31 Aug Psychology Essay
Philosophy, Backdrop to Our Culture
Your paper should use APA format and should be between 3 and 5 pages in length
Instructions:
Is Language a Uniquely Human Ability?
Another way to frame this assignment: Do animals have language? And if so, how is it different from how humans use language?
Your response should provide:
1. an answer to the assignment question posed
2. some discussion about the limitations or degree to which language is—or is not—uniquely human
3. research to support your position
4. be sure to provide a coherent rationale for your position
tips: When examining language, an important first step is to look at the different components of language. Language can be broken down into:
- Phonology (language sounds)
- Morphology (word forms, prefixes, and suffixes)
- Semantics (word meanings)
- Syntax (sentence structures)
- Pragmatics (appropriate language use)
