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According to Bruner's Interactionist theory, what is the primary mechanism through which children fully develop their linguistic skills?
According to Bruner's Interactionist theory, what is the primary mechanism through which children fully develop their linguistic skills?
- Significant social interaction and engagement with caregivers (correct)
- Formal grammar instruction
- Innate linguistic abilities
- Exposure to vast amounts of written text
Bruner's theory posits that language is best learned through passive observation rather than active participation.
Bruner's theory posits that language is best learned through passive observation rather than active participation.
False (B)
What term did Bruner coin to describe the supportive environment provided by adults to facilitate language learning?
What term did Bruner coin to describe the supportive environment provided by adults to facilitate language learning?
Language Acquisition Support System (LASS)
Bruner highlighted the importance of __________, where a child and caregiver focus on the same object or event while communicating.
Bruner highlighted the importance of __________, where a child and caregiver focus on the same object or event while communicating.
In the context of Bruner's theory, what does 'scaffolding' refer to?
In the context of Bruner's theory, what does 'scaffolding' refer to?
Chomsky's Nativist Theory emphasizes the importance of social environment and interaction for language development.
Chomsky's Nativist Theory emphasizes the importance of social environment and interaction for language development.
How does Bruner's Interactionist Theory differ from Behaviorist theories of language acquisition?
How does Bruner's Interactionist Theory differ from Behaviorist theories of language acquisition?
According to the interactionist theory, children need plenty of __________ with others to achieve full language fluency.
According to the interactionist theory, children need plenty of __________ with others to achieve full language fluency.
According to the interactionist theory, what do caregivers typically do to support a child's language development?
According to the interactionist theory, what do caregivers typically do to support a child's language development?
The interactionist approach explains child language development solely from a biological perspective.
The interactionist approach explains child language development solely from a biological perspective.
According to the interactionist theory, what is the primary motivation for children to learn language?
According to the interactionist theory, what is the primary motivation for children to learn language?
According to the interactionist theory, what does language development depend on?
According to the interactionist theory, what does language development depend on?
According to the interactionist theory the __________ a child grows up in greatly affects how well and quickly they develop their language skills.
According to the interactionist theory the __________ a child grows up in greatly affects how well and quickly they develop their language skills.
Vygotsky argued that social learning often comes after language development.
Vygotsky argued that social learning often comes after language development.
According to Vygotsky, what are cultural-specific tools?
According to Vygotsky, what are cultural-specific tools?
What is 'private speech' according to Vygotsky, and what purpose does it serve?
What is 'private speech' according to Vygotsky, and what purpose does it serve?
Vygotsky's 'Zone of Proximal Development' refers to the zone of potential development where a child requires the support of a more __________.
Vygotsky's 'Zone of Proximal Development' refers to the zone of potential development where a child requires the support of a more __________.
What did Bruner use to explain the role of caregivers in child language development?
What did Bruner use to explain the role of caregivers in child language development?
Child-directed speech (CDS) is thought to hinder communication between a child and caregiver.
Child-directed speech (CDS) is thought to hinder communication between a child and caregiver.
According to interactionist theory, examples of child directed speech include simplified language, repetitive questioning and __________.
According to interactionist theory, examples of child directed speech include simplified language, repetitive questioning and __________.
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Bruner's Language Acquisition Theory
Bruner's Language Acquisition Theory
Children need social interaction and caregiver engagement to develop linguistic skills.
Language Acquisition Support System (LASS)
Language Acquisition Support System (LASS)
Adults scaffold a child's language learning through interaction and adjusted speech patterns.
Joint Attention
Joint Attention
Focusing on the same object or event with a caregiver while communicating.
Scaffolding in Language
Scaffolding in Language
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Active Engagement
Active Engagement
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Caregiver Support
Caregiver Support
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Cultural-Specific Tools
Cultural-Specific Tools
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Private Speech
Private Speech
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Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD)
Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD)
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Caregiver Role (Bruner)
Caregiver Role (Bruner)
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Language Acquisition Support System (LASS)
Language Acquisition Support System (LASS)
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Adjusting Language
Adjusting Language
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Simplified Language
Simplified Language
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Interactionist Theory Emphasizes
Interactionist Theory Emphasizes
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Adapting to Support
Adapting to Support
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Study Notes
- Jerome Bruner's Interactionist Theory of Language Acquisition states that children are born with an innate ability to learn language
- Social interaction with caregivers is essential for children to fully develop linguistic skills
- The "Language Acquisition Support System (LASS)" involves adults scaffolding a child's language learning
Key Points of the Interactionist Theory
- Social interaction with caregivers and peers drives language acquisition
- "LASS" describes the supportive environment provided by adults through child-directed speech, repetition, and scaffolding
- Joint attention, where a child and caregiver focus on the same object or event while communicating, is key for language development
- Adults provide a "scaffold" by adjusting their language to match a child's level of understanding
Comparison to Other Theories
- Bruner emphasizes the social environment and interaction for language development, unlike Chomsky's focus on an innate "Language Acquisition Device" (LAD)
- Bruner highlights children's active role in constructing meaning through interaction and exploration, unlike Behaviorist theories that stress reinforcement
The Interactionist Theory
- First suggested by Jerome Bruner in 1983
- Children require direct contact and interaction to achieve full language fluency, they must engage with others and understand contexts
- Caregivers simplify speech, correct mistakes, and provide scaffolding, which is also known as the 'Language Acquisition Support System' (LASS)
Key Concepts of the Interactionist Theory
- Children learn language to communicate with the world around them and interact with others
- Language develops based on social interactions
- A child's social environment greatly affects their language skills
Vygotsky's Influence
- Lev Vygotsky (1896-1934) laid the foundation for the interactionist theory with his sociocultural theory of language development
Vygotsky's key ides
- Children gain cultural values by interacting and collaborating with more knowledgeable people
- Social learning often precedes language development
Cultural-specific tools
- These include technical tools like books and media, and psychological tools like language, signs, and symbols
Other Key Ideas
- Private speech involves talking out loud to oneself
- Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD) is where a child needs support to develop skills
Scaffolding and LASS
- Bruner used 'scaffolding' to explain the role of caregivers in child language development which supports development
- Caregivers provide the same kind of support for children, which is referred to as the 'Language Acquisition Support System' (LASS) and it gradually diminishes as the child learns
Language Acquisition Support System (LASS)
- LASS is the support from caregivers/parents/teachers
- Adjusting language to suit the child, also known as 'motherese', 'caregiver speech', 'baby talk', or 'Child-Directed Speech (CDS)'
- Collaborative learning involves joint reading
- Encourage the child while providing feedback from their interactions
- Provide examples for the child to imitate
- Games help practice with turn-taking
Child-Directed Speech (CDS)
- Child-directed speech (CDS) enhances communication between child and caregiver
- Simplified language is used for children to understand more easily
- Repetitive questioning, such as 'what is it? what's this?', is used
- Repetitive language, such as 'it's a cat. Look, it's a cat', is used
- Slower speech
- The pitch of the speaker goes up and down
Evidence for Interactionist Theory
- A 1998 study showed parent-child social interaction is important when learning to speak
- Factors like joint attentional engagement, gaze and point following, gestures, and understanding/producing language are important
Joint Attention
- Joint attention helps children recognize speech boundaries
Lack of Interaction
- The Genie Case Study (1970) shows how a lack of interaction early in life hurts learning
Key takeaways
- Interactionist theory recognizes language is innate and states that children develop language because they want to
- The theory emphasizes the importance of culture and social context
- "Zone of Proximal Development" refers to the help a caregiver who is more knowledgeable provides to a child
Important concept
- Language can only be acquired with people who want to communicate with your
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