Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Learning Disabilities01:25

Learning Disabilities

711
Learning disabilities are cognitive disorders caused by neurological impairments that affect cognitive functions like language and reading, without indicating overall intellectual or developmental challenges. These disabilities differ from global intellectual or developmental disabilities as they are limited to distinct cognitive functions. Common learning disabilities include dysgraphia, dyslexia, and dyscalculia, each of which impacts unique aspects of learning.
Dyslexia
Dyslexia is a...
711
Language and Cognition01:27

Language and Cognition

892
Language serves as a bridge between ideas and communication, influencing how individuals perceive and interact with the world. Psychologists have long debated whether language shapes thought or vice versa. This discussion gained grip with Edward Sapir and Benjamin Lee Whorf in the 1940s, who proposed that language determines thought, a concept known as linguistic determinism. They suggested that the vocabulary and structure of a language influence how its speakers think and perceive reality.
892
Language Development01:22

Language Development

1.1K
Children master language quickly and with relative ease, supported by both biological predisposition and reinforcement. B. F. Skinner (1957) proposed that language is learned through reinforcement, while Noam Chomsky (1965) argued that language acquisition mechanisms are biologically determined.
The critical period for language acquisition suggests that the ability to acquire language is at its peak early in life. As people age, this proficiency decreases. Language development begins very...
1.1K
Autism Spectrum Disorder01:19

Autism Spectrum Disorder

2.0K
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition marked by persistent deficits in social communication and interaction alongside restrictive and repetitive behaviors or interests. ASD is sometimes accompanied by intellectual impairment.
These core symptoms manifest differently among individuals, ranging from mild to severe. The disorder's complexity extends beyond its clinical presentation, encompassing a diverse range of biological, cognitive, and sociocultural influences.
2.0K

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

The use of normal saline instillation as part of endotracheal suction in mechanically ventilated patients: A scoping review.

Physiotherapy·2026
Same author

A Literature Review of the Effects of Air Pollution on COVID-19 Health Outcomes Worldwide: Statistical Challenges and Data Visualization.

Annual review of public health·2022
Same author

2021 Canadian Surgery Forum: Virtual, online Sept. 21-24, 2021.

Canadian journal of surgery. Journal canadien de chirurgie·2022
Same author

Bubble trap occlusion leading to difficulty administering intralipid during an emergency caesarean section.

Anaesthesia reports·2022
Same author

A Cluster of Paediatric Invasive Group A Streptococcal and Chicken Pox Infections.

Irish medical journal·2021
Same author

Borderline epithelial ovarian tumors: what the radiologist should know.

Abdominal radiology (New York)·2020

Related Experiment Video

Updated: May 6, 2026

Assessing Dyslexia at Six Year of Age
15:00

Assessing Dyslexia at Six Year of Age

Published on: May 1, 2020

8.1K

Early language intervention: A deterrent to reading disability.

D J Sawyer1, K Butler

  • 1Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, Tennessee.

Annals of Dyslexia
|November 16, 2013
PubMed
Summary

Reading acquisition relies on five language foundations: phonology, syntax, semantics, memory, and auditory segmenting. Early language development support is crucial for preventing reading difficulties in children.

Area of Science:

  • Cognitive Psychology
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Linguistics

Background:

  • Reading acquisition builds upon existing spoken language proficiencies.
  • Language comprises phonology (sound structure), syntax (word order), and semantics (meaning).
  • Memory capacity is vital for language development and reading skill refinement.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To discuss the five critical language roots of reading acquisition.
  • To present research on children's varying language competencies at school entry.
  • To advocate for early language development alongside reading instruction.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review and synthesis of research findings on language and reading.
  • Analysis of the interdependencies between phonological, syntactic, semantic, and memory systems in reading.

More Related Videos

Universal Screening for Prevention of Reading, Writing, and Math Disabilities in Spanish
14:43

Universal Screening for Prevention of Reading, Writing, and Math Disabilities in Spanish

Published on: July 18, 2020

7.7K
Author Spotlight: Validation of SICOLE-R for Assessing Cognitive and Reading Skills in Spanish-Speaking Children and Its Role in Personalized Education
09:00

Author Spotlight: Validation of SICOLE-R for Assessing Cognitive and Reading Skills in Spanish-Speaking Children and Its Role in Personalized Education

Published on: August 16, 2024

1.3K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: May 6, 2026

Assessing Dyslexia at Six Year of Age
15:00

Assessing Dyslexia at Six Year of Age

Published on: May 1, 2020

8.1K
Universal Screening for Prevention of Reading, Writing, and Math Disabilities in Spanish
14:43

Universal Screening for Prevention of Reading, Writing, and Math Disabilities in Spanish

Published on: July 18, 2020

7.7K
Author Spotlight: Validation of SICOLE-R for Assessing Cognitive and Reading Skills in Spanish-Speaking Children and Its Role in Personalized Education
09:00

Author Spotlight: Validation of SICOLE-R for Assessing Cognitive and Reading Skills in Spanish-Speaking Children and Its Role in Personalized Education

Published on: August 16, 2024

1.3K
  • Examination of metalinguistic awareness, specifically auditory segmenting.

    • Main Results:

    • Children exhibit unequal levels of competence in the five core language areas upon school entry.
    • Success in early reading is contingent upon adequate development in these five language areas.
    • Bridging speech to print requires phonological skills, memory, and auditory segmenting.

    Conclusions:

    • Early educational interventions should prioritize language development to support reading acquisition.
    • Addressing disparities in language competencies can mitigate reading difficulties.
    • Strategies to enhance language skills are essential for promoting successful reading development.