What are the components of language, and what is the sequence of language acquisition from infancy through adolescence?
(INTASC Principles: 2, 6, 7, 8) 1. Describe the components of language (phonology, semantics, syntax, pragmatics, and lexicon) and explain the implications for teaching and learning. 2. Summarize the sequence of language acquisition from infancy through adolescence. Specify the accomplishments of each stage and provide practical examples of each. Infield experiences, describe student proficiency (accomplishments and limitations) in using the components of language. Compare student pragmatic usage informal classroom learning and in nonformal situations. C. What are issues in fostering language development and second language learning? (INTASC Principles: 2, 6, 7, 8) 1. Explain the roles of parents and teachers in fostering language development and competence. 2. Describe issues arising from learning more than one language at a time and how this process may differ from monolinguism. 3. Demonstrate understanding of cultural influence on language development (e.g., dialects, bilingual educ
