In brief, the article ingenuously states that Skinner’s functional analysis theory for language development is founded on research and studies on what is able to be observed and manipulated. Those who support the behaviorist approach and Skinner state that Chomsky language acquisition theory is based off of unobservable mentalistic or cognitive structures that offer an inadequate explanation (McLaughlin, 2010). The author argues that further studies and research …show more content…
The upcoming article review by Goddard (2015) “Upon further reflection—the affinity of Noam Chomsky and B.F Skinner” in the Review of General Psychology journal relates to the previous articles discussed due to the author comparing, contrasting, and discussing both theories in depth and the controversy surrounding them. Moreover, Goddard (2015) addressed both the two-theorist’s academic backgrounds, social activism, media approach, capitalism, and similarities and differences regarding their