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ERIC Number: EJ362893
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1987
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Vocal Pitch in Motherese.
Shute, Brenda H.
Educational Psychology, v7 n3 p187-205 1987
Describes motherese as higher vocal pitch relative to the pitch of adult to adult speech. Research literature pertaining to this issue is discussed and deficits in the resulting knowledge base are then identified. Concludes with an outline of current developments in research in this area. (BSR)
Descriptors: Cross Cultural Studies, Cultural Background, Elementary Education, Foreign Countries, Language Research, Linguistic Performance, Speech, Young Children
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers
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Language: English
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Identifiers: England; Motherese