How Language Transformed Humanity
Offered By: TED via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore biologist Mark Pagel's intriguing theory on the evolution of human language in this 20-minute TED talk. Discover how language may have functioned as a "social technology," enabling early human tribes to harness the power of cooperation. Gain insights into the transformative impact of language on human society and its role in shaping our species' development. Delve into the intersection of biology, linguistics, and anthropology to understand the unique complexities of human communication and its significance in our evolutionary journey.
Syllabus
Mark Pagel: How language transformed humanity
Taught by
TED
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