Rationale

As a University of St. Augustine graduate student, you are expected to read, summarize, and provide feedback on peer-reviewed journal articles. The purpose of this assignment is to develop an understanding of literacy-based trends in speech and language development and disorders. This assignment is intended to show evidence that you have achieved or are working on the following learning objective(s):

  • Identify the anatomy and neural circuitry that subserve language.
  • Explain the influence of language experience, genetics and epigenetics on brain development.
  • Explain the neurolinguistics of language impairments.
Directions

Using the articles that were approved by your instructor in week 9 (attached) you will write a critical analysis writing. You will do the following:

  • Read the three (3) peer reviewed journal articles that were approved by your instructor in week 9.
  • Summarize the main concepts of each article in your own words.
  • Provide a critical analysis of the quality of each article. Was it compelling? Do you agree or disagree with the main premise of each article? What are the articles' strengths and weaknesses?
  • Discuss the implications and application of the information in each article to clients and/or the field of SLP.
writing Format

The paper should follow the this format:

  • 3 pages (after being double-spaced)
  • Include full citations using APA format

Points Possible: 100 points

Due Date: Consult the Course Calendar document for the assignment due date.