Key Terms
The principal method of human communication consisting of words used in a structured and conventional way and conveyed by speech, writing, and/or gesture.
what is Language?
What was the goal of the study?
To examine the effect of a caregiver’s positive behavior on a child’s language skill development.
the quality which mothers respond to their infants cues in a timely and appropriate manner.
What is Maternal sensitivity
Theory that holds that human bonding is a necessary component in language acquisition in both infants and adults
What is Language attachment theory?
is the input of language, the ability to understand and comprehend spoken language that you hear and read.
What is receptive language?
How many families were included in the study?
447 families (Two children per family included in analysis)
is the output of language, the ability to express your wants and needs through verbal or nonverbal communication.
What is expressive language?
How many canadian children were included in the study?
890 Canadian children