LING 461
First Language Acquisition
Linguistics
College of Humanities
Course Description
First language acquisition examines how children learn their first language and also how children learn multiple languages at the same time. The course examines the theories, issues, and major findings in the field of first language acquisition. It addresses how language development is influenced by what language the child is learning.
When Taught
Fall
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Title
Main Theories
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to discuss the main theories related to First Language Acquisition
Title
Basic processes and stages
Learning Outcome
Understand the basic processes and stages of First Language Acquisition
Title
Stages of language development
Learning Outcome
Analyze the language use and development of children at various stages of language development
Title
Articulate and discuss research
Learning Outcome
Articulate and discuss research in First Language Acquisition that will cumulate in a formal research paper.
