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Theories of First Language Acquisition by Ikram El Khair is a document available to read on EtoBox.

The document discusses various theories of first language acquisition, including the Innateness Hypothesis, Imitation Theory, Reinforcement Theory, Active Construction of a Grammar Theory, Connectionist Theories, and Social Interaction Theory. It emphasizes the complexity of language acquisition, highlighting the role of innate abilities, environmental input, and social interactions. Key evidence supports the existence of critical periods for optimal language development.

Author

Ikram El Khair

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EN