TMN3701
Assignment 2 2024
Detailed Solutions, References & Explanations
Unique number: 781160
Due Date: 9 May 2024
QUESTION 1
1.1. (2 ANSWERS PROVIDED)
The critical period hypothesis (CPH) proposes that there is a specific window of time during
which humans are biologically programmed to acquire certain skills, including language.
The hypothesis suggests that this critical period for language acquisition occurs from birth
to approximately ten years of age when the brain is most plastic. Proponents of this theory
argue that this is why young children are able to acquire a second language more easily
and with native-like pronunciation, whereas adults struggle to achieve the same level of
proficiency.
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Assignment 2 2024
Detailed Solutions, References & Explanations
Unique number: 781160
Due Date: 9 May 2024
QUESTION 1
1.1. (2 ANSWERS PROVIDED)
The critical period hypothesis (CPH) proposes that there is a specific window of time during
which humans are biologically programmed to acquire certain skills, including language.
The hypothesis suggests that this critical period for language acquisition occurs from birth
to approximately ten years of age when the brain is most plastic. Proponents of this theory
argue that this is why young children are able to acquire a second language more easily
and with native-like pronunciation, whereas adults struggle to achieve the same level of
proficiency.
Terms of use
By making use of this document you agree to:
• Use this document as a guide for learning, comparison and reference purpose,
• Not to duplicate, reproduce and/or misrepresent the contents of this document as your own work,
• Fully accept the consequences should you plagiarise or misuse this document.
Disclaimer
Extreme care has been used to create this document, however the contents are provided “as is” without
any representations or warranties, express or implied. The author assumes no liability as a result of
reliance and use of the contents of this document. This document is to be used for comparison, research
and reference purposes ONLY. No part of this document may be reproduced, resold or transmitted in any
form or by any means.
