Oral and written language are both aspects of communication; whether read, written or spoken, they reflect both the personality of the individual and the culture of the society (Gee & Hayes, 2011). The progress and growth of culture as well as the effective functioning and control of social groups are made possible with language. As society changes, language adapts to suit the present culture; evolving from the creation of new words to define a new concept. Children who develop all three language forms: Reading, writing and speaking are able to learn knowledge, express feelings and articulate ideas; this, in turn, empowers children to construct a social identity.
2.1 READING
Reading is an active method of creating meaning from text (Winch, …show more content…
The primary benefit of reading to younger children is a higher aptitude for learning. Parents who read with their children not only provide a nurturing activity that strengthens their relationship, but they are also opening a pathway for their children to learn basic speech (Read Aloud, n.d.). The NSW Department of Education and Training developed the NSW Premier’s reading challenge to instill a love of books in children and to improve standards of literacy in New South Wales schools (Winch, 2010). Reading gives children the ability to grasp critical language and enunciation skills. In turn, contributing to better communication skills where children are more likely to express themselves and relate to others in a positive …show more content…
Today, modern technology provides an opportunity for children to express themselves and form their self-identity through a number of different mediums (Howell, 2012). They are no longer limited to a handwritten journal or pen and paper; one such medium is Facebook. Facebook is more or less an online journal that enables children to communicate via a written method and get instant responses. Modern technology brought with it a trend where people abbreviate phrases. This has seen a new written vocabulary that includes ‘laugh out loud’ becoming ‘LOL’. These abbreviations give children their own identity – a special written language that is their own. Even with traditional writing, children are able to form their self-identity and build self-confidence; by creating something themselves and exploring different types of characters who face a variety of issues children learn about themselves as well as seeing that they have the ability to create something unique and praise
2.1 READING
Reading is an active method of creating meaning from text (Winch, …show more content…
The primary benefit of reading to younger children is a higher aptitude for learning. Parents who read with their children not only provide a nurturing activity that strengthens their relationship, but they are also opening a pathway for their children to learn basic speech (Read Aloud, n.d.). The NSW Department of Education and Training developed the NSW Premier’s reading challenge to instill a love of books in children and to improve standards of literacy in New South Wales schools (Winch, 2010). Reading gives children the ability to grasp critical language and enunciation skills. In turn, contributing to better communication skills where children are more likely to express themselves and relate to others in a positive …show more content…
Today, modern technology provides an opportunity for children to express themselves and form their self-identity through a number of different mediums (Howell, 2012). They are no longer limited to a handwritten journal or pen and paper; one such medium is Facebook. Facebook is more or less an online journal that enables children to communicate via a written method and get instant responses. Modern technology brought with it a trend where people abbreviate phrases. This has seen a new written vocabulary that includes ‘laugh out loud’ becoming ‘LOL’. These abbreviations give children their own identity – a special written language that is their own. Even with traditional writing, children are able to form their self-identity and build self-confidence; by creating something themselves and exploring different types of characters who face a variety of issues children learn about themselves as well as seeing that they have the ability to create something unique and praise