1. Explain each of the terms:
• Speech
• Language
• Communication
• Speech, language and communication needs
Speech is a form of language that is spoken by using words. Speech refers to: Saying sounds accurately and in the right places in words The sounds people use to communicate words Speaking fluently, without hesitating, or prolonging or repeating words or sounds Speaking with expression with a clear voice, using pitch, volume and intonation to support meaning.
Language is a way of communication between groups of people using the same dialect, a bonding of word, sounds, gestures used to communicate to each other that all understand. Language refers to speaking and understanding language: Understanding and making sense of what people say Using words to build up sentences, sentences to build up conversations and longer stretches of spoken language.
Communication is way of talking/exchanging messages to others through written or verbal form, to express emotions, opinions, explain and understand others. Communication refers to how we interact with others: Language is used to represent concepts and thoughts Using language in different ways; to question, clarify, describe etc. Non-verbal rules of communication; good listening, looking at people
Speech, language and communication need is known as a hidden disability within one or more of the elements named above. The term ‘needs’ refers both to the needs of the individual and to what society can do to support their inclusion. This highlights the individual and the environment in which the child learns’, communicates, lives and plays. Speech, language and communication needs refer to: Minor or temporary needs Complex and long term needs
2. Explain how speech, language and communication skills support each of the following areas in children’s development:
• Learning
• Emotional
• Behaviour
• Social
Speech, language and communication do not only affects