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This document discusses functionalist theories of language, contrasting them with formalist theories, particularly those of Chomsky. It outlines the basic tenets of functionalism, emphasizing communication as the primary function of language and the importance of external cognitive and sociocultural factors. The document also highlights various features of functionalist approaches, including their focus on authentic language data, discourse, and a constructivist view of language acquisition.

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