In thinking about infant language development, how do language games played with caregivers during the first year help facilitate language development? Joint actions are routine activities that provide a structure for predictable and pleasurable communication experiences. Based on your reading and information from the American Speech and Hearing Association in the Readings and Resources, discuss a game that could be played to foster conversational skills. In addition describe what actions can be taken by the adult during the game to help maximize language learning. What do these pre-verbal interactions share with later conversation?
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When it comes to infant language development, how do language games played with caregivers throughout the first year help? Joint actions are regular activities that create a framework for predictable and enjoyable communication. Discuss a game that may be played to improve conversational skills based on your reading and information from the American Speech and Hearing Association in the Readings and Resources section. Additionally, discuss what activities the adult can take during the game to aid language learning. What are the similarities and differences between these nonverbal encounters and later conversation?
