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EP #8 | A Child's First Words: Psycholinguistics, Development & Linguistic Communities | Alejandrina Cristia & Camila Scaff

Cognitations

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Diversity in Psychological Research

This chapter explores the impact of studying predominantly 'WEIRD' populations on psychological and linguistic research, emphasizing potential overgeneralizations in understanding human cognition. The speakers advocate for a diversification of research subjects and the scientific community itself to enhance the validity of findings in developmental psychology and language acquisition. They also introduce initiatives aimed at promoting diversity, inclusion, and equitable access to educational resources in the field.

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