Ireri, A.M.Mukuni, D.M.Mathuvi, P.N.Njagi, A.M.Njagi, I. Karugu2014-11-122014-11-122012American Journal of Linguistics 2012, 1(3): 33-39 DOI: 10.5923/j.linguistics.20120103.03http://article.sapub.org/10.5923.j.linguistics.20120103.03.htmlhttp://ir-library.ku.ac.ke/handle/123456789/11642DOI: 10.5923/j.linguistics.20120103.03This paper gives an overview of the major theoretical perspectives and factors in language acquisition. In the discussion, research findings in African setups are included alongside key American or European findings. Implications for parents and educators are highlighted together with areas requiring more inquiry.enBiologicalContextual FactorsLanguage AcquisitionArticle