The Child Language Reader (Paperback)

Kate Trott

ISBN 10: 0415281016 / ISBN 13: 9780415281010

Published by Taylor & Francis Ltd, London, 2003

About this Item

Paperback. 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. P. Alderson, M. Bowerman, J.Chasin, J.Coates, E.J. Fee, J. Gillette, L.R. Gleitman, A. Gopnik, M. Harris, N. Hyams, E. Lieven, B. MacWhinney, D.D. Malvern, W.E. Merriman, A.M.Peters, B.J. Richards This is the essential guide for students of child language acquisition and development. Focusing on the important issues and debates in the field, the book draws together key articles and places them within their thematic and social contexts. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Child Language Reader (Paperback)
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, London
• Publication Date: 2003
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0415281016
• ISBN 13: 9780415281010
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

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.

About the Author

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.