PSYC 3405

Introduction to first language acquisition. Topics include: research methods; phonological, morphological, syntactic, lexical and communicative development; language acquisition in special circumstances (deafness, blindness, mental retardation, autism); bilingual language acquisition. Prerequisite(s): Linguistics 2300 AND Linguistics 2600 Recommended Background: A 2000-level course in Psychology Section information text: Note: Students must register in the cross-listed section of the course. Refer to cross-listed section for meeting time details.