Language is the way in which human beings communicate and build relationships with each other. Language is extremely dynamic, it is adaptable to the context in which it is shared. It can be verbal as in speech, or non-verbal such as body language or gestures. It can be written as text or delivered through digital technologies such as audio or films. It can be inclusive or exclusive depending upon the context or situation. Groups are classified according to their language. For an example, sporting groups such as basketball will use their own terminology to describe moves played on the court. Other people that do not play or watch basketball may not understand the terms used, hence not be able to access that group. The role of an educator is
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Through their social interactions, they form the ability to express their needs and wants, and develop relationships. Gee (as cited by Gee & Hayes, 2011, p. 8) theorises that the first language is called “vernacular”. Vernacular is the everyday language used by an individual in their own social setting (Gee & Hayes, 2011, p. 8). Languages functionality is primarily communication. To be able to communicate, one must have some kind of language, either verbal or non-verbal. Michael Halliday’s model of Language functions suggests there is seven functions of language; Instrumental, regulatory, interactional, personal, heuristic, imaginative and representational (Feng & Benson, 2007, p. 342). The first four functions are relative to the early childhood years. Instrumental function allows the child to express their needs, “milk” is an expression a child may use to let their parent know that they may be thirsty or hungry. Secondly, regulatory function enables a child to instruct another person, such as “go out”. Next the interactional function allows the child to form relationships. This function is essential as it allows relationships to develop, as does the fourth personal language function. According to Halliday (as cited by Feng & Benson, 2007, p. 342), the personal language function allows a child to express their feelings and opinions, allowing a personal identity to form. Being able to use interactional language and communicate feelings or opinions allows the development of strong
Through their social interactions, they form the ability to express their needs and wants, and develop relationships. Gee (as cited by Gee & Hayes, 2011, p. 8) theorises that the first language is called “vernacular”. Vernacular is the everyday language used by an individual in their own social setting (Gee & Hayes, 2011, p. 8). Languages functionality is primarily communication. To be able to communicate, one must have some kind of language, either verbal or non-verbal. Michael Halliday’s model of Language functions suggests there is seven functions of language; Instrumental, regulatory, interactional, personal, heuristic, imaginative and representational (Feng & Benson, 2007, p. 342). The first four functions are relative to the early childhood years. Instrumental function allows the child to express their needs, “milk” is an expression a child may use to let their parent know that they may be thirsty or hungry. Secondly, regulatory function enables a child to instruct another person, such as “go out”. Next the interactional function allows the child to form relationships. This function is essential as it allows relationships to develop, as does the fourth personal language function. According to Halliday (as cited by Feng & Benson, 2007, p. 342), the personal language function allows a child to express their feelings and opinions, allowing a personal identity to form. Being able to use interactional language and communicate feelings or opinions allows the development of strong