NATURE VS NURTURE 1
Nature vs Nurture in Language Acquisition
PSY352: Cognitive Psychology
Instructor: Kathryn Morris
Jennifer Dawson
June 4, 2018
NATURE VS NURTURE 1
Language is the key factor to communication around the world. We use language
in every aspect of our lives to build relationships, to communicate thoughts, ideas, and
emotions. As humans, we are constantly learning and growing from our surroundings. To
continue to grow, and benefit from communication development, it is essential that we
are open to different language and cultural diversities and norms in all settings to enhance
and develop our personal growth. Language and communication skills help to build
personalities and personal strengths. There is a long-lived debate on whether nature or
nurture is the explanation for not only personalities but also language acquisition. This
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