1. Language Development
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2. Introduction Language –what is it? It is a way of communicating
It is made up of meaningful sound, symbols, gestures.
It has rules
It is creative and expressive
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3. Theorists
Chomsky-language acquisition device (LAD); the instinct for language
Vygotsky and Bruner-link between language and cognitive development
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4. Components of communication
Expressive-language we use
Receptive-language we understand
Listening
Facial expression and body language
Reading and writing
Drawing and painting
Sign language
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5. Stages of language develpopment
Pre-linguistic stage-babbling, patterns of communication
Linguistic stage-words, holophrases, telegraphic speech
Learning the grammatical rules
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6. Speaking more than one Bi lingualism-two languages
Multi lingualism-many languages
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7. Causes of language delay
Physical conditions
Learning difficulties
Hearing impairments
Shyness
Lack of stimulation
Multi lingualism
Abuse
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8. Signs of language delay
Lack of response
Looking intently at speaker’s mouth
Appearing unconnected
Lack of interest in what is going on
Appearing to be ignoring you
Not doing what they are told
Mispronouncing names and words
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9. Good practice Make eye contact Allow time to think and speak
Do not interrupt or finish sentences
Listen to children
Correct grammar etc by echoing back to the child
Speak clearly and correctly
Ask open questions
Be sensitive
Use opportunities to extend vocabularly
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10. Ages and stages
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