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Language pertains to the understanding and the production of information (spoken, read or understood). It can also be expressed through gestures. The two types are receptive and expressive. Receptive language is the ability of an individual to comprehend or understand the speech or gesture of another while speech is the ability to create a spoken message or information that others will be able to understand.
Speech refers to the verbal expression of language which includes three areas. First, articulation or how a sound is created. Second, voice or the use of the vocal folds together with proper breathing to produce sounds. Third is fluency or also known as the rhythm or the ease of speaking. In general, speech refers to the physical act of speaking. This involves the creation of ideas that are translated by the brain which are formed by the muscles of the mouth into spoken words.
Several individuals both young and old face speech-language problems that affect their self-confidence and general performance. Here are some ways to help develop a child's communication skills.
During pregnancy
Studies have shown that there is greater brain activity when mothers speak to their babies while they are still in the womb. This is believed to help one's ability to form sounds and words later in life. Aside from soft spoken words, classical music also helps their speech-language development.
Before 1 Year (12 months)
During this early stage, cooing and babbling are signs of speech development. As babies get older, usually at 9 months, they begin to connect sounds together and incorporate the different tones they hear. Sooner or later, they will also be able to say words like ‘mama' or ‘dada.' It is important to be watchful of signs that they are using their voice to produce sounds because babies who do not create sounds may indicate hearing problems and other possible developmental problems.
12-15 Months
At this age, kids begin to imitate sounds or words made by the people around them. They tend to have a wider range of sounds that they are able to produce and most commonly, they are able to say one or two words, excluding ‘mama' or ‘dada.' The kid should also be able to understand simple instructions like "No," "Yes," "Give it to me," and such. Therefore, it is important that the family should converse with the child as much as possible.
18-24 Months
Although this depends on several factors, by 18 months most toddlers are already able to say 20 or more words. By the time they turn two, they will be able to say about 50 words. At this age, kids also start to connect two words to make simple phrases and should be capable of identifying common objects and their own body parts. They can follow the "two-step" command like "Please put the toy car down and come to me." It's best that parents converse with their kids in simple sentences for better understanding.
2-3 years
At this stage, the child is expected to have a wide range of vocabulary. He or she knows several words and is able to connect or combine three or more words to form sentences. By age three, the child should have increased comprehension understanding specific instructions like "put it under the chair" and "put it on the table." He or she should also begin to identify different colors and understand descriptive concepts like short versus tall, small versus big, and the like. Parents therefore should start engaging their kids in activities that will allow them to learn these things such as art coloring, painting, drawing, use of visual aids, all with supervision.
Speech development, like several other aspects of life, is a combination of nature and nurture. While it is true that genetic makeup is, in part, a factor for intelligence and speech development, the environment has plenty to offer. At an early age, and even during pregnancy, the child should be adequately stimulated. The child should be given opportunities to participate in different activities happening around him or her. It is also essential that appropriate feedback is given to further inspire the child.
In today's modern times where competition is endless, excellent communication skills will give you the extra edge. The ability to create and express your ideas fluently will surely bring you far. Speech and language have always been part of history and is an essential element of your present and that of your future.
Speech refers to the verbal expression of language which includes three areas. First, articulation or how a sound is created. Second, voice or the use of the vocal folds together with proper breathing to produce sounds. Third is fluency or also known as the rhythm or the ease of speaking. In general, speech refers to the physical act of speaking. This involves the creation of ideas that are translated by the brain which are formed by the muscles of the mouth into spoken words.
Several individuals both young and old face speech-language problems that affect their self-confidence and general performance. Here are some ways to help develop a child's communication skills.
During pregnancy
Studies have shown that there is greater brain activity when mothers speak to their babies while they are still in the womb. This is believed to help one's ability to form sounds and words later in life. Aside from soft spoken words, classical music also helps their speech-language development.
Before 1 Year (12 months)
During this early stage, cooing and babbling are signs of speech development. As babies get older, usually at 9 months, they begin to connect sounds together and incorporate the different tones they hear. Sooner or later, they will also be able to say words like ‘mama' or ‘dada.' It is important to be watchful of signs that they are using their voice to produce sounds because babies who do not create sounds may indicate hearing problems and other possible developmental problems.
12-15 Months
At this age, kids begin to imitate sounds or words made by the people around them. They tend to have a wider range of sounds that they are able to produce and most commonly, they are able to say one or two words, excluding ‘mama' or ‘dada.' The kid should also be able to understand simple instructions like "No," "Yes," "Give it to me," and such. Therefore, it is important that the family should converse with the child as much as possible.
18-24 Months
Although this depends on several factors, by 18 months most toddlers are already able to say 20 or more words. By the time they turn two, they will be able to say about 50 words. At this age, kids also start to connect two words to make simple phrases and should be capable of identifying common objects and their own body parts. They can follow the "two-step" command like "Please put the toy car down and come to me." It's best that parents converse with their kids in simple sentences for better understanding.
2-3 years
At this stage, the child is expected to have a wide range of vocabulary. He or she knows several words and is able to connect or combine three or more words to form sentences. By age three, the child should have increased comprehension understanding specific instructions like "put it under the chair" and "put it on the table." He or she should also begin to identify different colors and understand descriptive concepts like short versus tall, small versus big, and the like. Parents therefore should start engaging their kids in activities that will allow them to learn these things such as art coloring, painting, drawing, use of visual aids, all with supervision.
Speech development, like several other aspects of life, is a combination of nature and nurture. While it is true that genetic makeup is, in part, a factor for intelligence and speech development, the environment has plenty to offer. At an early age, and even during pregnancy, the child should be adequately stimulated. The child should be given opportunities to participate in different activities happening around him or her. It is also essential that appropriate feedback is given to further inspire the child.
In today's modern times where competition is endless, excellent communication skills will give you the extra edge. The ability to create and express your ideas fluently will surely bring you far. Speech and language have always been part of history and is an essential element of your present and that of your future.
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