1st Edition
The Child Language Reader
The Child Language Reader provides an introduction to the most important research in child language acquisition and development. Including extensive editorial introductions, which explain key background, assumptions and terminology, and organized into thematic sections, it brings the reader into direct contact with original research, in a supported and guided environment.
Features include:
*articles written by a range of international authors, including classics by influential figures
*coverage of a number of language development areas, including phonology, semantics, sociolinguistics, methodology and bilingualism
*a substantial section on methodology, offering practical insight into the design of child language research
*an appendix on statistical analysis
*a new piece by Brian Richards and David Malvern.
Covering a range of different theoretical standpoints, The Child Language Reader offers a comprehensive overview of the field, and is a definitive resource for anyone with an interest in child language.
Section 6: Explanations of Language Development 6.1 Filler Syllables: What is Their Status in Emerging Grammar? Ann Peters 6.2 Underspecification and Modularity in Early Syntax: A Formalist Perspective on Language Acquisition Nina Hyams 6.3 Emergent Language Brian MacWhinney Section 7: Bilingualism and Cross-Cultural Comparisons 7.1 Bilingual Language Development Suzanne Romaine 7.2 Theories, Language and Culture: Whorf Without Wincing Alison Gopnik.
Appendix: About Statistical Analysis. Bibliography. Index
Biography
Kate Trott, formerly Senior Lecturer in Linguistics at York St John College, and Sushie Dobbinson, formerly Head of Programme for Linguistics at York St John College, are now both based at Sheffield University, UK. Patrick Griffiths is a Professor of English at Beppu University, Japan.
'This reader is recommended for the variety and breadth of the papers presented. In addition, objective editing allows the reader to evaluate the value of the ideas presented for herself.' - Linguist List