Introduction to the linguistic study of child language within the generative theory, covering Universal Grammar, syntax, semantics, and cross-linguistic influence.
Recent recorded grades — Spring 2024: 3.70 GPA, 77.8% A/AB (n=27 letter grades); Spring 2025: 3.71 GPA, 85.7% A/AB (n=28 letter grades); Spring 2026: 3.86 GPA, 93.1% A/AB (n=29 letter grades).
Explain main characteristics of first language acquisition (how children learn words, grammar, etc.)
Apply the current linguistic theory to explain child language
Be able to explain how language acquisition is underpinned by innate linguistic principles by drawing on concrete research findings
Critically evaluate and analyze research studies on first language
Demonstrate knowledge of current experimental methods on language acquisition
Interpret statistical data analysis of quantitative data
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Recent recorded grades — Spring 2024: 3.70 GPA, 77.8% A/AB (n=27 letter grades); Spring 2025: 3.71 GPA, 85.7% A/AB (n=28 letter grades); Spring 2026: 3.86 GPA, 93.1% A/AB (n=29 letter grades).
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Linguistic Theory and Child Language
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