1. Lesson 8
Chomsky’s Model

2. Learning Objective
To develop an understanding of Chomsky’s model of language acquisition.
Success Criteria
Create a factsheet about Chomsky’s model of language acquisition.
Challenge Research sign language and be able to sign your own name!

3. Language acquisition device
Task
Create a factsheet about Chomsky’s model of language acquisition
You should include:
The language acquisition device
A timeline of language development
Images of sign language words
Criticisms of Chomsky’s model
Key term:
Language acquisition device

4. Final Activity
Complete the discussion activity on page 17 of the textbook.
Be prepared to feedback answers to the class.

5. Challenge Task
Research sign language.
Can you spell your name?