Bibliographic Details
| Title: |
LET'S GET TALKING: Having intentional conversations to promote oral language development. |
| Authors: |
Kelley, Michelle J.1 michelle.kelley@ucf.edu |
| Superior Title: |
Literacy Today (2411-7862). Jan-Mar2024, Vol. 41 Issue 3, p38-41. 4p. |
| Subject Terms: |
*LANGUAGE acquisition, *ORAL communication, *SOCIAL skills in children, *BRAIN function localization, *SOCIOECONOMIC status, *COGNITIVE development |
| Abstract: |
The article emphasizes the significance of intentional, multi-turn conversations to promote oral language development in children, referencing the impact of such interactions on cognitive and social skills. Topics include the "30-million–word gap" study, the relationship between conversational experiences and brain functioning in 4- to 6-year-olds, and practical tips for educators to implement effective multi-turn conversations in the classroom. |
| Database: |
Academic Search Premier |