Early Childhood Language Dev I

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This course provides an overview of the milestones and developmental processes involved in language acquisition from birth through age five. Students will explore how young children typically develop skills in language form, content, and use, alongside their growth in social interaction and play skills. Emphasis is placed on observing and analyzing communication behaviors in naturalistic settings. Topics include developmentally appropriate strategies for supporting early connection and communication, creating language-rich environments, and understanding the association between early language skills and emergent literacy. This course prepares students to support typical language development and serves as a foundation for the companion course on language delays and disorders.