Psychology

PSYC 139E The Science of Reading

Studies reading through a cognitive science lens, including perspectives from cognitive and developmental psychology, linguistics, and neuroscience, as well as history, public policy, and education.Primarily examines scientific research focused on skilled reading, reading acquisition, and difficulties learning to read. Students read, discuss, and write about scientific research as well as media covering these topics.

Requirements

Prerequisite(s): satisfaction of Entry Level Writing, Composition requirements, and PSYC 100. Enrollment is restricted to senior psychology and cognitive science majors.

Credits

5