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Montgomery, J. Anne – 1977
Imitation in the speech of the child serves at least three functions in the development of linguistic competence. Imitation provides auditory feedback for phonological and morpho-syntactic accuracy, produces a model for verification and/or clarification by speakers, and "makes time" for the processing and acquisition of information. Beyond these…
Descriptors: Behavior Patterns, Child Development, Child Language, Imitation
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Dickerscheid, Jean D.; Kirkpatrick, Sue W. – Home Economics Research Journal, 1972
Home and family conditions were found to have an effect on verbal interaction patterns between mothers and persons in the home. (Authors)
Descriptors: Behavior Patterns, Behavioral Science Research, Child Development, Environmental Influences