When learning the English language, is shape
(vs. texture, size, color, etc.) the easiest property with which
preschool-aged children can form associations? How does this change
with language learning? What do adults do in the same types of
language learning situations? How does the richness of the language
context play a role? What are the other important aspects of the
language learning situation for preschoolers and how do word
learning biases play a role?
At what age can children differentiate nouns
and adjective in sparse vs. rich word learning environments? Does
increasing the saliency of the adjective frame increase
understanding or differentiation of word class? What are the most
important aspects or cues of the rich adjective frame (e.g., are
word endings special)? What about other word classes?
How does verb learning develop in children?
Do they have differential attentional tendencies in verb learning
situations than do adults? How does this change the familiarity of
objects?
