Unraveling the Biology of Auditory Learning: A Cognitive-Sensorimotor-Reward Framework

Nina Kraus; Travis White-Schwoch

doi:10.1016/j.tics.2015.08.017

Unraveling the Biology of Auditory Learning: A Cognitive-Sensorimotor-Reward Framework

Nina Kraus^*, Travis White-Schwoch

^*Corresponding author for this work

Communication Sciences and Disorders

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Abstract

The auditory system is stunning in its capacity for change: a single neuron can modulate its tuning in minutes. Here we articulate a conceptual framework to understand the biology of auditory learning where an animal must engage cognitive, sensorimotor, and reward systems to spark neural remodeling. Central to our framework is a consideration of the auditory system as an integrated whole that interacts with other circuits to guide and refine life in sound. Despite our emphasis on the auditory system, these principles may apply across the nervous system. Understanding neuroplastic changes in both normal and impaired sensory systems guides strategies to improve everyday communication.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	642-654
Number of pages	13
Journal	Trends in Cognitive Sciences
Volume	19
Issue number	11
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tics.2015.08.017
State	Published - Nov 2015

Keywords

Auditory learning
Language development
Language impairment
Neuroplasticity

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Neuropsychology and Physiological Psychology
Experimental and Cognitive Psychology
Cognitive Neuroscience

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