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Baron, Naomi S. – 1989
Baby talk, also known as motherese or child-directed speech, refers to a set of speech modifications commonly found in the language adults use to address young children. The same functional motivations underlying adult speech to other adults also shape adult speech to children. These include pedagogy, control, affection, social exchange, and…
Descriptors: Affection, Age Differences, Attention Control, Interpersonal Communication
ERIC Clearinghouse on Languages and Linguistics, Washington, DC. – 1995
This digest presents eight principles drawn from theory and research on second language acquisition and culturally sensitive instruction to guide teachers who work with linguistically and culturally diverse students. Each principle is accompanied by a brief explanation and suggestions for classroom techniques and activities. They are: (1)…
Descriptors: Bilingualism, Classroom Techniques, Code Switching (Language), Cultural Awareness