MacWhinney's Model of Language Development

MacWhinney's Model of Language Development views language acquisition as a process where children learn through interacting with various cognitive and social systems. It emphasizes that language emerges from multiple interconnected sources, including social interaction, memory, and problem-solving. Instead of focusing solely on grammar rules, the model highlights how children adapt existing cognitive skills to develop language skills contextually. This approach sees language learning as a flexible, dynamic process influenced by environmental input, individual differences, and multiple pathways, reflecting a comprehensive understanding of how children naturally acquire language throughout early development.