EDUC 2875 Language Stimulation
Emphasis on the emergent literacy and relationship between language and thought. The theories and approaches regarding the acquisition and development of language in early childhood. Analysis of factors that affect language development; functions of the teacher and parents in creating an environment that promotes linguistic development. Discussions of characteristics of children with speech and language problems and their etiology. Planning activities for the development of auditory skills, oral expression, comprehension, interpretation and vocabulary enrichment.