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McCune, Lorraine; Lennon, Elizabeth M.; Greenwood, Anne – First Language, 2021
Pointing has long been considered influential in language acquisition. Certain pre-linguistic vocal expressions may hold even greater value in addressing the transition to language. The goal of the present study is longitudinal evaluation of early communicative development, addressing the influence of pre-linguistic gestures and vocal expressions.…
Descriptors: Nonverbal Communication, Vocabulary Development, Language Acquisition, Speech Communication
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Julien, Catherine; Bouchard, Caroline; Leblond, Jean; Sylvestre, Audette – First Language, 2021
Language difficulties are frequently characterized by a significantly lower mean length of utterances (MLU) among children experiencing neglect. More opportunities to experience positive interactions, such as in early childhood education (ECE) settings, could help increase these children's MLU. This study aims to examine the relationship between…
Descriptors: Language Impairments, Child Neglect, Preschool Children, Speech Communication