The Idea That Language Learning Proceeds Through a Sensitive Period

question 128

Multiple Choice

The idea that language learning proceeds through a sensitive period is supported by

• A) the finding that language processing is dedicated to specific brain regions.
• B) the fact that animals cannot learn language.
• C) the case of Genie.
• D) the fact that low-income children hear far fewer words per hour than high-income children.

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Definitions:

Secondary Reinforcement

An event that has developed its reinforcing properties through its association with primary reinforcements.

Tertiary Reinforcement

A type of reinforcement that is not inherently rewarding but is associated with primary or secondary reinforcers, such as money for humans.

Computational Reinforcement

Involves the application of computational models and algorithms to understand or implement reinforcement learning processes.

Variable-Ratio Schedule

A reinforcement schedule in which a response is rewarded after an unpredictable number of responses, leading to high and steady rates of response.