Chomsky's Theory Flashcards
What did Chomsky believe?
He believed language is a biological based skill.
He believed children follow the same pattern of language development (structure).
He is a nativist.
What is a nativist?
It is the influence of nature (e.g genes).
What is innate?
It is a biological language ability or skill.
What is a language acquisition device?
It is an area of the brain that is responsible for language.
What is the critical period?
It is a time period when language develops (0-10 years).
What is universal grammar?
It is when children are born with an innate understanding of the structure of language.
What is a language rich environment?
It is when you talk, read and sing to the children.
It is also when you put labels on resources and words on the walls for the children.
