Research on the Role of Joint Attention and Child Language

question 55

Multiple Choice

Research on the role of joint attention and child language development:

• A) supports the view that joint attention skills parallel child motor skill development.
• B) suggests that mothers of children with autism do not follow their child's eye gaze.
• C) indicates that it is possible that joint attention skills and language development are not interrelated.
• D) indicates that rapid growth of skills to gain joint attention may directly relate to rapid development of language.

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Definitions:

Normative Influence

The impact of social norms and the expectations of others on an individual's behavior, encouraging conformity to group standards.

Norms

Collective expectations that members of social units have regarding the behavior of each other.

Group Structure

The arrangement and organization of individuals within a group, including roles, relationships, and hierarchies, that influence the group's function.

Cohesive

Describes a unit, group, or material that is well integrated, maintaining unity and working well together towards common goals.