Dual Language Programs in Elementary Schools “A pervasive lack of knowledge about foreign countries and foreign languages threatens the security of the United States as well as its ability to compete in the global marketplace and produce an informed citizenry.” (Benefits 1) Having dual language programs beginning in elementary school is smart for several reasons, one, children learn faster and more efficiently younger, second studies show children perform better academically throughout their school careers and on national standardize tests, third there are many benefits and skills of being bilingual these students will get and use throughout the rest of their adult lives.. There are a variety of dual language programs, most commonly though, it is when students receive instruction in two different languages. The first language being their native language, and the second being a foreign. The foreign language must be present at least fifty percent of the class day. Students are ideally native of both languages and integrated together giving them ample opportunities to practice and learn throughout the day.
* Her language skills are very developed probably much more than the average four year old, as she is an only child and I feel more emphasis is given towards this area. * Her interaction with the other child was also age appropriate. Child #2 is a very shy and meek she suffers from no physical or mental limitations * She is also a very well behaved child but tends to be a bit jumpy * She was able to initiate activities that would allow her to play alone but she needed constant redirection to keep her focus on that activity * When the child parent/parents left the room she would search for them and would begin to melt down if she was unable to find them. This more represents anxious attachment. * Her language skills were age appropriate but was she was not as advanced as Child # 1, she is one of three children so I believe that this hindered her as her siblings talk for her and do not allow
Not only will the children speak efficiently and freely, they begin to use correct grammar such as plurals, pronouns, and tenses. Five to six year olds thinking process is still a bit naïve, they still confuse make believe and reality at times, and do not use logical thinking aside from that slight delay, they are well on their way to middle childhood years and will grasp these concepts in no time at all. Social and emotional development at this late stage in the early childhood years can be easily persuaded. Children at these ages love to mimic adults and older children. Even though he children are now able to distinguish right from wrong and honesty from dishonesty, they do not perceive or recognize the intent of all actions.
I also feel that by having DAP there are fewer struggles to get our children to engage in the program. The material that is presented in a developmentally appropriate manner is more interesting to the students and would naturally grab their attention. I feel that a textbook based curriculum would be inappropriate for kindergarteners because children at this age are at the beginning stages of reading or do not have any prior reading skills. The aim of DAP is to foster our children’s optimal learning and development. I feel that a textbook based curriculum for a kindergartner would be trying to use a one-size fits all approach to teaching.
Although some children will develop normal speech and language skills without treatment by the time they enter school, it is important to identify those who will not. Many people falsely believe that speech-language treatment cannot and should not begin until a child begins to talk. Yet, research has shown that children know a great deal about their language even before the first word is said. For example, children can distinguish between their native language and a foreign language, use different nonverbal utterances to express different needs, and imitate different patterns of speech through
I just want to start off by saying How to Talk so Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk, by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish is an amazing book. The title pretty much tells you what the book is about: How to effectively communicate with your child as a parent, or in my case as a future teacher. I began reading this book with high expectation, hoping I could pick up a few things on how to communicate with my students in future classrooms. In general, parents and adults think that authoritarian actions speak far louder than words because kids should behave the way their parents expect them to. However, I was surprised to discover that just a few twisting of the words and some changes in the language could do the trick, while saving/and or creating the parent-and-child relationship.
As well as the professors, the parents are a huge success in the children’s success in an institution. According to Rachel Williams, writer of “Middle-class Children Do Better at School Because Of Parents,” claims middle-class pupils do better because parents and schools put more effort into their education; thus children from poorer backgrounds were not predisposed to work less hard, but parents’ attitudes were most important, making more of a difference than schools
Developmental Profile Paper Life-Span Development PSY/500 University of Phoenix Dr. Vong Rathsachack May 19, 2012 Introduction Children develop quickly, no one can delay it, no one can prevent it, however, how children develop and why is the most important factors. Early and middle childhood are the most important years in development, the brain changes rapidly and then slows down. The body changes from infant form and takes the form of male or female, with the development of longer leaner muscles or shorter stubbier bodies. Activities that children enjoy change as they become more aware of their feelings and emotions. Nothing in this world is more important than learning how and why your body and mind change so drastically.
Their growth motor skills improve in ways of skating, running, jumping and catching. The loss of baby teeth and in girls early signs of puberty by age 10-11 but later in boys. | At this stage most children are fluent speakers of a language and refining their skills in reading and writing, so their language skills enable them to think and discuss their ideas more abstractly.
Children who are read to aloud and are encouraged to read tend to develop more quickly intellectually.Your child will become more sophisticated in understanding the concept of time. They enjoy hearing about times past.By age 6, most children can count to 100. By age 9, they are beginning to learn how to multiply.Engaging the bodies as well as the minds of children this age will help them learn | While babies seem to be born with some of their emotional equalities in place, much of how they develop initially can be credited to the lessons that they are taught by their primary caregivers. Warm, attentive care, especially during the first year of life helps you to gain a sense that the world is a safe and welcoming place. Babies show increased anxiety and restlessness when they are with unfamiliar people.