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Language

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Define Language   Largely arbitrary system of communication that combines symbols (such as words or gestural signs) in rule-based ways to create meaning  
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4 Levels of Language- Define Phonemes   Categories of sounds our vocal apparatus produces  
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4 Levels of Language- Define Morphemes   Smallest meaningful units of speech  
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4 Levels of Language- Define Syntax   Grammatical rules that govern how words are composed into meaningful strings  
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4 Levels of Language-Syntax- Define Dialects   language variations used by groups of people who share geographic proximity or ethnic background  
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4 Levels of Language- Define Extralinguistic Information   Elements of communication that aren't part of the content of language but are critical to interpreting its meaning  
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Food By Analogy- Explain the meaning of the 4 Levels   (1) Phonemes=Ingredients, (2) Morphemes=Food, (3) Syntax=Menu/Courses, (4) Extralinguistic Info=Dining Experience  
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Arbitrariness & Exceptions-Define Phonesthemes   Groups of words that start with the same sound in a non-random way  
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Kid Speak- Define Holophrases   One word takes the place of many (ex. "Doggie!"=There is a dog!  
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Theories of Language Development- Define Imitation Account   Babies learn by hearing people speak  
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Theories of Language Development- Define Nativist Account   Children are born knowing how language works  
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Theories of Language Development- Define Social Pragmatics Account   Children use context to infer topic of conversation, word meaning  
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Theories of Language Development- Define General Cognitive Processing Account   Language isn't special; just one of many many things babies develop as the brain develops  
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