Task 1 Linking to learning outcomes 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2 and 2.3 An explanation of each of the following terms - speech - language - communication - speech, communication and language needs
Speech- Speech refers to vocalised sounds. English language has over 40 different sounds that people use to communicate words. The speech is ability of expressing thoughts and feelings by articulate sounds. Speech is learned before written language.
Language- Language is set of symbols which can be spoken, written or signed. Language refers to understanding and making sense of what people say. We don’t have to have speech to have a language because language can be sign language, gestures, written language etc. Language is using words to build up sentences.
Communication- Communication is a process by which ideas are shared between individuals. Communication is an umbrella term because it encompasses both speech and language. There is many ways to communicate such as spoken, written, sounds, pictures, symbols or using non verbal communication such as gestures, signing or facial expressions.
Speech, language and communication needs- This term is referred to any difficulty that child might have in any of the three areas. Children might have a difficulty with communicating with others or it may be that they have difficulty in understanding what’s been said to them.
An explanation of how speech, language and communication skills support each of the following areas in children’s development: - learning - emotional - behaviour - social
Learning- SLC(speech, language and communication) skills support children’s learning development