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FYSE1269A-F15

First Language Acquisition

First Language Acquisition
A normally-developing child can acquire any human language in the right environment, yet it is much more difficult for adults to achieve native proficiency in a second language. Why? In this course we will explore questions such as: How does first language acquisition happen? Is it effortless? Are humans “hardwired” with language? Is it true that after the “Critical Period,” i.e., the onset of puberty, humans have lost this capacity? We will also explore social and cultural constraints on language acquisition, and learn basic techniques for collecting and analyzing data in language acquisition research. 3 hrs. sem.
Course Reference Number (CRN):
92475
Subject Code:
FYSE
Course Number:
1269
Section Identifier:
A

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FYSE 1269

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Fall 2015

FYSE1269A-F15 Seminar (Du)