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Study shows that low-information voters are most likely to be swayed by candidates’ appearances.
Study shows that low-information voters are most likely to be swayed by candidates’ appearances.
Linguist Michel DeGraff is on a quest to give Haitian Creole its due as a respected language — and to help Haitian schoolchildren learn in their native tongue.
Final installment of MIT’s 150th anniversary symposia explores intelligence — both human and artificial.
MIT professor uses linguistics in an ESL classroom to teach scientific principles, empower a new generation of critical thinkers.
Egyptian Facebook activists visit MIT, representing a new non-violent movement in the Middle East.
Role of linguistic form stronger than previously realized.
Professor, AAAS fellow discusses 'Universal Grammar,' relationship between language and music
In a new book, Sherry Turkle documents the sometimes-detrimental effects of technology on our families and social lives.
Late fall edition of the biannual publication now available.