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Language Development in Early Childhood: Theoretical and Practical Insights

by Emma Anderson 1,*
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Emma Anderson
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FLCS  2020, 14; 2(2), 14; https://doi.org/10.69610/j.flcs.20201122
Received: 17 September 2020 / Accepted: 15 October 2020 / Published Online: 22 November 2020
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This paper explores the nuanced realm of language development during early childhood, integrating both theoretical and practical perspectives. It delves into the foundational stages of language acquisition, discussing the critical role of social interactions, cognitive development, and the influence of cultural context. The theoretical insights are drawn from prominent developmental theories such as Vygotsky's sociocultural approach and Piaget's cognitive development theory, which highlight the interplay between social and individual factors in language learning. Practical implications are then examined, focusing on effective strategies for supporting language development in early childhood education settings. The paper underscores the importance of rich communication environments, appropriate scaffolding, and the utilization of technology as tools to enhance language skills. It concludes with a call for further empirical research to refine our understanding of language development and to inform evidence-based practices in early childhood education.

Keywords: language development, early childhood, theoretical perspectives, practical insights, developmental theories.;
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Anderson, E. Language Development in Early Childhood: Theoretical and Practical Insights. Frontiers of Language and Communication Studies, 2020, 2, 14. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.flcs.20201122
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Anderson E. Language Development in Early Childhood: Theoretical and Practical Insights. Frontiers of Language and Communication Studies; 2020, 2(2):14. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.flcs.20201122
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Anderson, Emma 2020. "Language Development in Early Childhood: Theoretical and Practical Insights" Frontiers of Language and Communication Studies 2, no.2:14. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.flcs.20201122
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Anderson, E. (2020). Language Development in Early Childhood: Theoretical and Practical Insights. Frontiers of Language and Communication Studies, 2(2), 14. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.flcs.20201122

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