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Child Psychology 1/c/e
Child Psychology: A Contemporary Viewpoint, First Canadian Edition
E. Mavis Hetherington, University of Virginia
Ross D. Parke, University of California
Mark Schmuckler, University of Toronto at Scarborough
Language and Communication

Critical Thinking Questions



1

What is the purpose of language?
 
2

Using the nurture view of language acquisition, identify some ways by which adults can facilitate language in young children.
 
3

What are the antecedents of language?
 
4

Discuss the challenges faced in bilingual education.
 
5

While total French Immersion is very popular in Canada, it may not be suitable for all young children. Who are the children who might be at risk in such a program?
 




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