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EML1501 Assignment 4 (COMPLETE ANSWERS) ; 100% TRUSTED Complete, trusted solutions and explanations.
Question [40] 1.1 Learning to read and write are both social and
cognitive endeavours. Children learn from parents, siblings,
teachers and their peers. They copy what they see from these
knowledgeable others and also make their own sense of the
written words. Allow children to scribble around and read their
scribbles to you. Based on the above excerpt, answer the
following questions: 1.1a. Justify why reading is regarded as
essential for children’s social and cognitive development. (10)
1.1b. Demonstrate your understanding of why reading and
writing are regarded as inseparable components of literacy
development. (10) 1.3 Differentiate between shared reading and
independent reading. (10) 1.4 Describe effective ways that a
foundation phase teacher should follow during reading aloud
strategy. (10)
Here’s a comprehensive response to each part of the question:
1.1a. Justify Why Reading is Regarded as Essential for
Children’s Social and Cognitive Development
1. Cognitive Development:
• Language Acquisition: Reading exposes children to new
vocabulary and language structures, enhancing their
language skills and comprehension. This helps in
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