Surveying the terrain; a brief historical perspective on language acquisition research; early research on speech perception; how speech perception develops in the first year; the role of memory and attentional processes in the development of speech perception; how attention to sound properties may facilitate learning other elements of linguistic organization; relating perception to production; wrapping things up. Appendix - methodology used in studies of infant speech perception.
"The book presents an excellent overview of the field and will certainly serve as an important source of reference for speech perception and language acquisition researchers. At the same time, it contains many fascinating theoretical insights into the operation of basic principles of development that have the potential to inspire future research within and beyond the area of speech perception." Vera Kempe, Contemporary Psychology "This is a remarkable and important book. Jusczyk hascomposed a fine portrait of the infant listener and themany attempts to describe the beginnings of language. Thescope is comprehensive, and he has told the tale withrare style." Robert E. Remez, Professor of Psychology, Barnard College
"The book presents an excellent overview of the field and will certainly serve as an important source of reference for speech perception and language acquisition researchers. At the same time, it contains many fascinating theoretical insights into the operation of basic principles of development that have the potential to inspire future research within and beyond the area of speech perception." Vera Kempe, Contemporary Psychology "This is a remarkable and important book. Jusczyk hascomposed a fine portrait of the infant listener and themany attempts to describe the beginnings of language. Thescope is comprehensive, and he has told the tale withrare style." Robert E. Remez, Professor of Psychology, Barnard College
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