Nova: Secrets of the Wild Child What is the significance of the sleep studies?  What was discovered? 

What was hypothesized? Genie (and to some extent Victor) showed evidence of some typical characteristics of individuals who have experienced isolation. List some of these behaviors. Victor's discovery provided an opportunity to provide empirical data to address a theoretical question. Discuss Victor's case in the light of the theoretical debate of the day.

At the outset of the intensive language training undertaken by Susan Curtiss there was considerable optimism about Genie's language potential. Genie's discovery also provided the potential to apply empirical evidence to a theoretical debate. Discuss the potential of Genie's case in light of that theoretical debate. Characterize the linguistic outcome for Genie.

What did she acquire?

What did she not acquire? What are your thoughts at this point about the Critical Period Hypothesis?