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Peer reviewedNewman, Jean E.; And Others – Topics in Language Disorders, 1986
The different functions of the brain hemispheres as they relate to discourse analysis of narratives are examined through review of studies of the narratives of hemidecorticate (a disconnection of the two brain hemispheres) adolescents. Focus is on the role of pragmatics, discourse processing, and the use of pronouns. (Author/DB)
Descriptors: Adolescents, Brain Hemisphere Functions, Discourse Analysis, Narration
Peer reviewedHedberg, Natalie L.; Stoel-Gammon, Carol – Topics in Language Disorders, 1986
Strategies for gathering narratives from children are described. Two analysis approaches (narrative level and story grammar) are recommended for discriminating between the narratives of normal and handicapped students at various ages. (Author/DB)
Descriptors: Age Differences, Disabilities, Discourse Analysis, Elementary Secondary Education
