PSYC 4176 : Chapter 9 Study Guide
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Components of language: phonology refers to the rules governing the structure and sequence of speech sounds, semantics is the second component of language involving vocabulary the underlying concepts are expressed in words and word combinations, grammar consists of two main parts, syntax the rules by which words are arranged in to sentences, morphology the use of grammatical markers that indicate number, tense, case, person gender, active or passive voice, and other meanings. (the s and ed endings are examples, pragmatics refers to the rules for engaging in appropriate and effective communication. (taking turns, staying on topic and stating meaning clearly. ) Behaviorist perspective: skinner proposed that language is acquired through operant conditioning, parents reinforce sounds that are more like words with smiles, hugs, and speech in return, says children rely on imitation to contribute to early language development, few researchers follow this perspective because it cannot account for language development entirely.
