LING364 First Language and Literacy Acquisition
| Credit Points | 6 |
| Offering | Not offered in 2008 |
| Online level | Level D - Comp/internet essential |
| Intensive School(s) | None |
| Supervised Exam | November |
| Pre-requisites | LING102 or permission of coordinator |
| Co-requisites | None |
| Restrictions | LING 306, 464 |
| Notes | None |
| Combined Units |
LING464 - First Language and Literacy Acquisition |
| Coordinator(s) | N/A |
| Unit Description |
This unit is about how people acquire that complex system of communication, human language, in both its spoken and written forms, and how various theories account for this amazing feat. The topic is viewed from the perspectives of linguistics, cognitive development and social interaction, with reference to both practical and theoretical approaches, and to quantitative, psycholinguistic and qualitative methodologies. Web access is essential. |
| Prescribed Material Mandatory |
Text information will be published prior to commencement of the teaching period. |
| Recommended Material Optional |
Text information will be published prior to commencement of the teaching period. |
| Disclaimer | Offer of some subjects is subject to viability. Information in these unit descriptions is subject to change prior to commencement of semester. |
