
37: Generativism 1: How It Started (with David Adger and John Goldsmith)
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Generativism: Diversifying and Blurring
A discussion on the concept of generativism and its evolution from a sharply defined concept to a more diverse and blurry approach. The chapter explores the influence of Chomsky on generativism and the impact of the analytical knife metaphor on language study. The speakers highlight the need for a multi-faceted perspective in academia.
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