The Learning Scientists Podcast Episode 66: Talking about Talking with Children, an Interview with Rebecca Rolland
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Aug 4, 2022 AI Snips
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Definition of Rich Talk
- Rich talk enhances conversations by making them intentional and meaningful.
- It should be enjoyable and build children's language skills and knowledge over time.
Three Principles of Rich Talk
- Rich talk is characterized by being adaptive, back and forth, and child driven.
- These principles make conversations responsive, balanced, and engaging for children.
Power of Back-and-Forth Talk
- Back-and-forth conversational turns, not just adult word count, predict stronger language and social skills.
- This dialogue also activates brain regions related to language and social interaction.