Theories pertaining to first language acquisition including the innateness hypothesis, imitation and reinforcement, creative construction of a grammar, etc. will be the first area of focus. The developmental stages of language acquisition will then be explored with attention given to phonology, morphology, and syntax. Characteristics of caretaker speech will be followed by theory and practice in regard to emergent literacy and the ways in which language and literacy are encouraged in school settings.

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