Foundations - Chapter One: Language Learning Theories and Treatment Ingredients

A set of vocabulary flashcards covering language learning theories, clinical profiles, and the ten common treatment ingredients from Chapter 1.

Typical Development Variability

Typical development is very variable, which makes it harder to distinguish disorders.

Profiles vs. Diagnoses

The practice of using profiles instead of diagnoses to choose a treatment approach, as treatment approaches often work across many populations.

Behavioral Theory

A language learning theory where reinforcement shapes language learning through cause and effect, driven by the engine of consequence.

Social Interactionist Theory

A theory stating that a child who needs to learn language MUST have social interaction, driven by the engine of adult responsiveness.

Usage-Based / Input Processing Theory

A theory focusing on the frequency, variability, and distribution of input, driven by the engine of input statistics.

Intentionality Theory

A theory stating that language is acquired in the service of what the child is trying to do.

Follow Child's Lead

A treatment ingredient where the child sets the agenda for the activity.

Environmental Arrangement

Setting up the environment to support goals and increase the odds of working on a target goal.

Time Delay / Expectant Waiting

Waiting without a verbal prompt to encourage communication from the child.

Responsive Contingency

A treatment ingredient where the adult's turn is governed by the child's preceding act.

Linguistic Mapping

Labeling things and putting words to what the child appears to mean.

Recasting

Correcting the form of the child's utterance.

Concentrated Models

High-density use of a target goal word with no obligation for the child to respond.

Salience Manipulation

Changing how input sounds using stress, rate, or position (e.g., manipulating the salience of /s/ to emphasize it).

Prompting Hierarchy

Decreasing or increasing expectations of the child through low and high standards.

Caregiver Coaching

Teaching the adult to implement intervention.