The world of language is both complex and diverse .Language is open to interpretation based on perception of both written and spoken language which is dictated by many variables including; cultural background, social status, environment, age and the context in which communication takes place. The aim is to explore Language and the role it plays within a child’s life from early infancy to young adulthood. Language is vital in a child’s life in ensuring their needs are met, shaping their identity, enforcing their sense of belonging and personal empowerment whilst ensuring they can function in the world.
Language seen and heard
To become an effective communicator is imperative for a child in to function in life. Communication is the sharing …show more content…
To give an example when older children engage with friends the conversation will be relaxed with a high use of phatic communication. The use of a different vocabulary- slang words, made up words; different body language and behaviours can be noted. Whilst talking with others in a more formal situation would see the child using very different language. Halliday (as cited in week 2 OUA Language and Literacy for Teachers, 2016 p.17) discusses the role of Meta functions in the context of the function of language at different stages of development, here he refers to varying levels of formality known as “Register “.The register used will depend on whom the conversation is with and will dictate the responses and use of language. He suggests a way of viewing register is by breaking the situation into three categories: the field which serves to clarify the subject- or what is being talking about; the Tenor- who is engaging in the conversation? ; The Mode –how is the information communicated? , for example is it a text message, a phone Call, written or …show more content…
The Australian curriculum defines Standard Australian English as” The variety of spoken and written English language in Australia used in more formal settings such as for official or public purposes, and recorded in dictionaries, style guides and grammars. While it is always dynamic and evolving, it is recognised as the ‘common language’ of Australians.” ("Glossary entry for "Standard Australian English" - The Australian Curriculum v8.2", 2016).Later in a child’s life they may progress to acquiring Academic English. Academic English deals with the expression of ideas; explaining and describing of concepts or research. Academic English can be found in university, research and other teaching modalities and is a more complex and formal way of communicating than with Standard Australian English ("What is academic English? - Skills for OU Study - Open University",
Language seen and heard
To become an effective communicator is imperative for a child in to function in life. Communication is the sharing …show more content…
To give an example when older children engage with friends the conversation will be relaxed with a high use of phatic communication. The use of a different vocabulary- slang words, made up words; different body language and behaviours can be noted. Whilst talking with others in a more formal situation would see the child using very different language. Halliday (as cited in week 2 OUA Language and Literacy for Teachers, 2016 p.17) discusses the role of Meta functions in the context of the function of language at different stages of development, here he refers to varying levels of formality known as “Register “.The register used will depend on whom the conversation is with and will dictate the responses and use of language. He suggests a way of viewing register is by breaking the situation into three categories: the field which serves to clarify the subject- or what is being talking about; the Tenor- who is engaging in the conversation? ; The Mode –how is the information communicated? , for example is it a text message, a phone Call, written or …show more content…
The Australian curriculum defines Standard Australian English as” The variety of spoken and written English language in Australia used in more formal settings such as for official or public purposes, and recorded in dictionaries, style guides and grammars. While it is always dynamic and evolving, it is recognised as the ‘common language’ of Australians.” ("Glossary entry for "Standard Australian English" - The Australian Curriculum v8.2", 2016).Later in a child’s life they may progress to acquiring Academic English. Academic English deals with the expression of ideas; explaining and describing of concepts or research. Academic English can be found in university, research and other teaching modalities and is a more complex and formal way of communicating than with Standard Australian English ("What is academic English? - Skills for OU Study - Open University",