The study of first language acquisition from infancy through childhood. Aspects of phonology, morphology, pragmatics and syntax acquisition are discussed, as well as formal theories of acquisition, second language and bilingual acquisition, atypical development and the relationship of language acquisition with literacy. Also offered as LING 3860. Students may not hold credit for PSYC 3860 and any of: LING 3860 or the former PSYC 2860 or the former LING 2860 [3 credits]
The study of first language acquisition from infancy through childhood. Aspects of phonology, morphology, pragmatics and syntax acquisition are discussed, as well as formal theories of acquisition, second language and bilingual acquisition, atypical development and the relationship of language acquisition with literacy. Also offered as LING 3860. Students may not hold credit for PSYC 3860 and any of: LING 3860 or the former PSYC 2860 or the former LING 2860 [3 credits]
