A Model of Speech Acquisition That Has Roots in Pavlov

question 16

Multiple Choice

A model of speech acquisition that has roots in Pavlov and Skinner and utilizes operant conditioning is:

• A) Nonlinear Phonology
• B) Skinnerian Theory
• C) Behaviorist Model
• D) Sonority Hypothesis

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Definitions:

Self-Concept

An individual's perception of themselves, including beliefs, feelings, and thoughts about one's abilities, appearance, and values.

Cognitive Development

The process by which individuals acquire and develop the ability to think, understand, and reason over time.

Social Referencing

A baby’s adjustment of its reactions to objects or events based on feedback provided by a caregiver. For example, a baby may look at a caregiver’s facial expression before approaching a new toy.

Intergenerational Transmission

When parents repeat with their children the patterns of trauma, rejection, and maltreatment that they experienced as children from their own parents.