SDLC 105 Journal #1

[Rosa M. Colon]

The How the Brain Handles Language article explains how there is not one set part of the brain that specifically accounts for the understanding, production, and interpretation of language.  Therefore, learning a language requires a number of diverse strategies since the process involves not just one, but several brain regions.  In addition, the language learning article made me realize the importance of word usage and meaning.  It is crucial to learn not only a word's definition, but also to get familiar with the way it is used in sentences and common phrases.  As we know from English, words can have different meanings depending on the way in which it is utilized in a sentence or context.  For this reason, learning a language requires more than just studying vocabulary.  It takes practice through usage and listening to other native speakers to really grasp a good understanding.