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#1039 Jonathan Bobaljik: Linguistics, Morphology, Syntax, and Universal Grammar

The Dissenter

CHAPTER

Universal Grammar Unpacked

This chapter explores the evolution of universal grammar, challenging the 'blank slate' theory of language acquisition and investigating cognitive constraints that shape how children learn language. It discusses various types of linguistic universals and their implications, highlighting the distinction between domain-specific and domain-general traits. The speakers emphasize the significance of understanding these concepts to grasp the fundamental nature of language across different cultures.

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