Supporting oral language learning in young children

Title

Supporting oral language learning in young children

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Description

This chapter acknowledges the importance of oral language development for young children and the critical role educators play in supporting children’s communication skills. The components of oral language are explained and some of the ways educators can make a positive difference to enhance children’s communication are discussed. Evidence-informed insights shared in this chapter will equip educators with useful insights into how to deepen their understanding of children’s oral language development, along with ways practice can be strengthened.

ISBN

978-1-74286-555-3

Publication Date

12-1-2020

Publisher

ACER Press

City

Camberwell, Australia

DOI

https://doi.org/10.37517/978-1-74286-555-3_11

Keywords

Early childhood education, Young children, Oral language, Language acquisition, Communication skills

Disciplines

Early Childhood Education | Language and Literacy Education

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Citation APA 7th edition

Paatsch, L., & Nolan, A. (2020). Supporting oral language learning in young children. In A. Kilderry & B. Raban (Eds.), Strong Foundations: Evidence informing practice in early childhood education and care (pp. 156-169). ACER Press. https://doi.org/10.37517/978-1-74286-555-3_11

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