The aim of this assignment is to learn how to analyze and evaluate complex information and form logical arguments based on that analysis.

Your assignment is to read the assigned article and address the following questions:

a.    What is the theory that is being tested?
b.    What is the evidence for or against this theory?
c.    What are the merits of this evidence?
d.    What is the most logical conclusion based on the evidence presented?

CRITICAL THINKING ASSIGNMENT (CTA):

ONLY one page and no more than 150 words. The key here is to learn how to translate complex information into clear, concise statements.

Sample / Template 1:

(a) Hypothesis: Different language functions are located in different parts of the brain.

(b) Null: Different language functions are located in the same parts of the brain.

(c) Evidence: (1) speech production in located in Broca’s Area in frontal lobes, (2) speech perception is located in Wernicke’s Area in the posterior temporal lobes, (3) Word categories/meaning of words is located in the anterior temporal lobes (i.e., temporal pole).

(d) Conclusion: Results reject the null hypothesis and support the hypothesis that different brain functions are located in different/specialized brain areas.