Conversations help young children develop and learn new skills. Through this workshop, participants will learn how to utilize “thick” conversations, expanded conversations, questions and novel words. These skills will help Teachers to build and extend children’s vocabulary; assist children in learning how to communicate more clearly and accurately; provide opportunities to learn new concepts and skills; and foster children’s ability to communicate their feelings and ideas verbally. Prerequisite knowledge required: Knowledge of developmentally appropriate stages of language development."
- Teacher: Sean Storey
- Teacher: Syretha Storey
OCC Approval Number: CKO-4860
Clock Hours: 4
IACET/CEU: .4
Core of Knowledge Area: 4 Hours: (1 Hour Child Development & 3 Hours Curriculum)
Course_Description:
Conversations help young children develop and learn new skills. Through this workshop, participants will learn how to utilize “thick” conversations, expanded conversations, questions and novel words. These skills will help Teachers to build and extend children’s vocabulary; assist children in learning how to communicate more clearly and accurately; provide opportunities to learn new concepts and skills; and foster children’s ability to communicate their feelings and ideas verbally.
Skill Level: MSDE Training Level: Entry (Novice)