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The Use of Discourse Analysis in Neurolinguistics: Some Findings from the Narratives of Hemidecorticate Adolescents.
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Newman, 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
Children's Expression of Causality and Their Construction of Narratives.
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Kemper, Susan; Edwards, Linda L. – Topics in Language Disorders, 1986
The article explores the development of children's understanding of causality, its effect on narrative development and organization; and the development of intentional, goal directed behavior. (Author/DB)
Descriptors: Attribution Theory, Child Development, Concept Formation, Etiology
Oral Narrative Abilities of Learning-Disabled Students.
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Roth, Froma P. – Topics in Language Disorders, 1986
The literature on oral narrative comprehension, memory, and production abilities of language-learning-disabled students is reviewed. The relationship of these abilities to academic success is noted. (Author/DB)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Elementary Secondary Education, Expressive Language, Language Handicaps
Oral Narratives in School-Age Children.
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Crais, Elizabeth R.; Lorch, Nina – Topics in Language Disorders, 1994
This article on oral narratives in school-age children focuses on the changing demands from home to school use of narratives, developmental changes expected in school-age children, differences between narratives of children with and without language disorders, difficulties inherent in current assessment methods, and alternative assessment and…
Descriptors: Cultural Differences, Developmental Stages, Elementary Secondary Education, Expressive Language