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What is a significant limitation of highly controlled experiments in studying language acquisition?
What is a significant limitation of highly controlled experiments in studying language acquisition?
- They rely solely on adult input for language learning.
- They provide no insights into infants' cognitive abilities.
- They suggest that language is acquired in a structured environment only.
- They fail to account for real-world complexities in language use. (correct)
What additional factors might be necessary for language learning beyond the skills shown in controlled experiments?
What additional factors might be necessary for language learning beyond the skills shown in controlled experiments?
- Social interactions and context. (correct)
- Structured storytelling practices.
- Manipulation of phonetic components.
- Repetitive auditory exposure.
Why are highly controlled experiments important in language acquisition studies?
Why are highly controlled experiments important in language acquisition studies?
- They replicate real-world language acquisition scenarios.
- They eliminate all variables that could affect language learning.
- They allow researchers to isolate specific factors in language development. (correct)
- They demonstrate how adults influence infant language skills.
What might researchers discuss in relation to the implications of their findings on language acquisition?
What might researchers discuss in relation to the implications of their findings on language acquisition?
What conclusion might one draw about infants' language acquisition skills based on controlled experiments?
What conclusion might one draw about infants' language acquisition skills based on controlled experiments?
What is a primary concern when applying findings from controlled experiments to real-world language acquisition?
What is a primary concern when applying findings from controlled experiments to real-world language acquisition?
What aspect of language acquisition might be overlooked by focusing solely on highly controlled experiments?
What aspect of language acquisition might be overlooked by focusing solely on highly controlled experiments?
What might researchers consider when discussing their findings in relation to language acquisition?
What might researchers consider when discussing their findings in relation to language acquisition?
Which of the following is a potential criticism of relying on controlled experiments to understand infant language skills?
Which of the following is a potential criticism of relying on controlled experiments to understand infant language skills?
Which factor may be crucial for understanding how infants acquire language, according to discussion points in research?
Which factor may be crucial for understanding how infants acquire language, according to discussion points in research?
Flashcards
Highly Controlled Experiment in Infants
Highly Controlled Experiment in Infants
A specific type of controlled experiment that uses carefully chosen stimuli and conditions to isolate and measure learning processes in infants.
Critical Analysis
Critical Analysis
The ability to analyze and identify the strengths and weaknesses of research findings, including considering alternative explanations and potential biases.
Factors Beyond Highly Controlled Experiments
Factors Beyond Highly Controlled Experiments
Factors beyond highly controlled experiments that may contribute to language acquisition. These could include social interactions, the child's motivation, and the specific language environment.
Explaining Language Acquisition
Explaining Language Acquisition
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Real-World Language Acquisition Studies
Real-World Language Acquisition Studies
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Highly Controlled Experiments
Highly Controlled Experiments
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Factors Beyond Controlled Studies
Factors Beyond Controlled Studies
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Study Notes
Language Acquisition: Conclusions and Issues
- Language acquisition research often utilizes highly controlled experiments, but real-world language learning is more complex.
- Controlled experiments offer valuable insights, but further investigation is needed.
- Infants demonstrate impressive language skills, as shown by controlled studies such as Saffran et al. (1999).
- A critical analysis of existing research is crucial to determine the extent to which infant language skills explain language acquisition.
- Further studies are required to solidify conclusions drawn from controlled experiments.
- Researchers frequently discuss limitations in their findings and suggest future research directions within their paper's discussion sections.
- The real world of language acquisition is inherently messier.
- Highly controlled experiments are used to isolate variables and identify underlying principles in language acquisition.
- The extent to which these experiments truly reflect how infants acquire language needs further investigation.
- Additional studies are needed to increase confidence in current conclusions.
- Hints about what is needed to learn language might come from other lectures.
- Critical analysis is necessary to assess which language acquisition skills are actually explained by these findings from experiments, and what additional factors are needed to understand the full process.
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