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Curated Video
Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis
Cognitive scientist Victor Ferreira (UC San Diego) describes a core question in linguistics concerning how language and thought are related.
Professor Dave Explains
Imperfect Perception: Illusions, Gestalt Principles of Grouping, and Language Relativism
We learned about sensation and perception in the biopsychology series. But there is a lot more to talk about in the context of psychology, in terms of imperfect perception. Do we always see things the way they really are? Can our minds...
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Symbols and Language: Lesson 4
This lesson will define and explain the significance of symbols and language in cultural transmission. The Sapir-Whorf hypothesis will be discussed. It is 4 of 4 in the series titled "Symbols and Language."
Crash Course
Crash Course Sociology #10: Symbols, Values, & Norms
This video focuses on symbols, values, and norms. What exactly is culture? We're going to try to answer that, and explain the difference between material and non-material culture. We'll look at three things that make up culture: symbols,...
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Symbols and Language: Lesson 3
This lesson will define and explain the significance of symbols and language in cultural transmission. The Sapir-Whorf hypothesis will be discussed. It is 3 of 4 in the series titled "Symbols and Language."