Road to Language Learning Is Iconic

Thu Nov 22 12:38:54 UTC 2012

Science Daily

Road to Language Learning Is Iconic

Languages are highly complex systems and yet most children seem to acquire language easily, even in the absence of formal instruction. New research on young children's use of British Sign Language (BSL) sheds light on one mechanism -- iconicity -- that may play an important role in children's ability to learn language.

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http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/11/121113143705.htm
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