Children's Pragmatic Development Flashcards
What is pragmatic development in child language acquisition?
Pragmatic development involves children’s acquisition of communicative competences, learning how to use language to communicate and understand others appropriately in various social contexts.
RESEARCHGATE
Name the seven functions of language according to Halliday’s schema.
Instrumental, Regulatory, Interactional, Personal, Heuristic, Imaginative, Representational.
WIKIPEDIA
What is the Instrumental function in Halliday’s schema?
Language used to express needs, such as saying ‘Want juice.’
WIKIPEDIA
Provide an example of the Regulatory function in children’s language.
Telling others what to do, e.g., ‘Go away.’
WIKIPEDIA
How does the Interactional function manifest in child language?
Using language to form relationships, e.g., ‘Love you, Mummy.’
WIKIPEDIA
Describe the Personal function in Halliday’s model.
Expressing feelings, opinions, and individual identity, e.g., ‘Me good girl.’
WIKIPEDIA
What is the purpose of the Heuristic function in children’s language?
Using language to gain knowledge about the environment, e.g., ‘What is the tractor doing?’
WIKIPEDIA
Give an example of the Imaginative function in child language use.
Creating imaginary environments through storytelling or play.
WIKIPEDIA
What does the Representational function entail in Halliday’s schema?
Conveying facts and information.
WIKIPEDIA
How do children use the Instrumental function to satisfy personal needs?
By using language to express desires, such as requesting food or toys.
PLS 3RD LEARNING
In what way does the Regulatory function help children control others’ behavior?
By using language to give commands or make requests, influencing others’ actions.
PLS 3RD LEARNING
How does the Interactional function facilitate social relationships in children?
By using language to engage with others, initiate play, or establish friendships.
PLS 3RD LEARNING
What role does the Personal function play in a child’s expression of identity?
It allows children to assert themselves, share preferences, and express individuality.
PLS 3RD LEARNING
How does the Heuristic function support a child’s learning about their environment?
By encouraging questioning and exploration through language, aiding cognitive development.
FRANCIS GILBERT
In what ways do children utilize the Imaginative function during play?
By inventing scenarios, characters, and dialogues, enhancing creativity.
FRANCIS GILBERT
How does the Representational function aid in information exchange among children?
It enables them to share knowledge, describe events, and convey messages accurately.
FRANCIS GILBERT
What is the significance of turn-taking in children’s pragmatic development?
It teaches conversational skills, listening, and appropriate timing in communication.
CHARTERED COLLEGE
How do nonverbal cues contribute to children’s pragmatic skills?
They help convey meaning, emotions, and intentions beyond words, enhancing communication.
INDEED
Why is understanding social norms important in pragmatic development?
It ensures appropriate language use in different contexts, fostering effective interactions.
INDEED
How does empathy influence a child’s pragmatic language use?
It allows children to adjust their language based on others’ feelings, promoting sensitive communication.
