Psychological theory of learning

-Language learning is a result of imitation, practice, feedback on success and habit formation.

-The quality and quantity of the language which the child learns as well the consistency of the reinforcement offered by others in the environment, should have an effect on the child's success in language learns.

-Imitation and practice are primary processes in language development.

Imitation-word for word repetition of all or part of someone else's utterance.

Practice- Repetitive manipulation of form.