Main Question:
Describe how theories of speech and language development explain the
emergence of communication.
General guidelines:
· Your essay should include
information on theories of language development; how the theories of language
development (linguistic generative/nativist approach, linguistic
interactionalist approach, behavioral learning theory, cognitivist learning
theory, and social constructivist learning theory) explain language
acquisition/communication development.
· Please include the central tenet/s and
important terminology associated with each theory and critically analyze each
theory in-terms of strengths and limitations.
· Please provide a clear conclusion on
how communication emerges based on the facts and reasons provided in the paper;
the facts and reasons should be supported with at least five *references in
addition to the lectures and required textbook. References should be peer
reviewed journal articles and/or textbooks (some suggestions for searches:
Google Scholar; ENMU Golden Library). All the references should be cited in the
essay paper and included in the reference page using APA format.
· Word limit: 2000-2500 words
(excluding references). Student will receive reduced grade for not
meeting/exceeding the word limit (1 point per 100 words less or more).
· Submit the paper as a Microsoft
Word document (.doc/.docx) or pdf in a typed format. Hand-written
submissions/pictures will not be accepted.
· Font type: Verdana; Font size:
12-point; Spacing: Double space; Number the pages
· Include your name in the paper for
identification.
· Please refer to the essay paper rubric
for specific grading details.
· Follow the APA (American Psychological
Association Publication Manual, 7th Edition) format for in-text citations and
references page.
· You may use the resource below to get
information on APA-7 rules regarding in-text citations and references.
Purdue Writing Lab. (n.d.). Apa style
introduction//Purdue Writing Lab. Purdue writing Lab. Retrieved
September 18, 2022, from APA Style Introduction // Purdue
Writing Lab
Note: The
paper will be checked for plagiarism using Turnitin. Once you submit your
assignment, you will receive the results of plagiarism check. You may choose to
make corrections accordingly and resubmit before deadline. As a general
guideline, a similarity score of 24% or lower will be considered just
acceptable. Lecture 7 contains more information on Turnitin Similarity Scores
and corresponding points deductions. A plagiarized assignment will receive zero
points. Please refer to the Academy Integrity Policy for information on
Plagiarism.