Thinking, Language, and Intelligence 4 Flashcards
language
system for combining symbols (such as words) so that an infinite number of meaningful statements can be made for the purpose of communicating with others
also to represent own internal mental activity
important part of thinking
parts of language
grammar phonemes morphemes syntax semantics pragmatics
grammar
the system of rules governing the structure and use of a language
chomsky
humans have innate ability to understand and produce language through LAD (language acquisition device)
complexities of grammar wired in to brain
LAD
language acquisition device
innate program that contained a schema for human language
phonemes
basic units of sound in a language
different sounds in different languages
morphemes
the smallest units of meaning within a language
syntax
system of rules for combining words and phrases to form grammatically correct sentences
semantics
rules for determining the meaning of words and sentences
pragmatics
the practical aspects of communicating with others
social niceties of language
knowing social cues, gestures, ways ti speak to different people, etc
intonation
knowing what rhythm and emphasis to use when communicating with others
part of pragmatics
piaget
concepts precede and aid development of language
concepts are pegs on which language is hung
child less egotistic and collective monologue reduced
collective monologue
kids talk to themselves even when playing with another kid
kids talk about something unrelated to speech of the other
vygotsky
language actually helped develop concepts
language could help child learn t control behavior including social behavior
word help form concept
egocentric speech of preschooler way to form thoughts and organic actions to obtain goals
evidence
vygotsky correct
kids use more private speech when learning how to socialize with other kids or when working on difficult task