week 3: lecture 3.1
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Which of the following is true about language development in toddlers aged 12-24 months?

  • Toddlers learn an average of 50 new words each week.
  • Toddlers can speak in full sentences.
  • Toddlers commonly use overextension and underextension. (correct)
  • Toddlers have a vocabulary of about 200 words by their first birthday.

    • What is the average number of words spoken by an 18-month-old toddler?

  • 500 words
  • 200 words
  • 50 words (correct)
  • 100 words

    • What is fast-mapping in language development?

  • The process of mapping words to their correct meanings.
  • The process of mapping words to their correct grammatical forms.
  • The process of learning new words rapidly after hearing them just once. (correct)
  • The process of learning multiple languages simultaneously.

    • What is over-regularization in language development?

    <p>The process of applying grammatical rules to exceptions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What supports language development in toddlers?

    <p>Reading adult-directed speech.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Piaget, what is important for supporting children's cognitive development during toddlerhood?

    <p>Physical environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Vygotsky emphasize in relation to children's cognitive development?

    <p>Social and cultural influences.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an emergent curriculum in early childhood education?

    <p>A curriculum based on children's interests and ideas.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key aspect of supporting cognitive development in toddlers?

    <p>Building on previous experiences.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the average number of words spoken by a toddler aged 24-36 months?

    <p>3-4 word statements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Language Development in Toddlers

    • Between 12-24 months, language development in toddlers is characterized by rapid growth and vocabulary expansion.

    Vocabulary Development

    • At 18 months, an average toddler speaks around 50 words.
    • By 24-36 months, the average number of spoken words increases to around 300-1000.

    Language Development Concepts

    • Fast-mapping refers to the process by which toddlers quickly learn and map new words to their meanings.
    • Over-regularization is a phenomenon where toddlers apply grammatical rules too broadly, resulting in incorrect forms.

    Supporting Language Development

    • Key factors that support language development in toddlers include:
      • Imitation
      • Reinforcement
      • Social interaction
      • Opportunities for communication

    Cognitive Development Theories

    • According to Piaget, active play and exploration are essential for supporting children's cognitive development during toddlerhood.
    • Vygotsky emphasized the importance of social interaction and scaffolding in children's cognitive development.

    Early Childhood Education

    • An emergent curriculum in early childhood education is one that is flexible and responsive to the interests and needs of the children.

    Supporting Cognitive Development

    • A key aspect of supporting cognitive development in toddlers is providing opportunities for active play and exploration.

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