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1. Assessment Description Teachers need to be able to distinguish between
Assessment DescriptionTeachers need to be able to distinguish between various theories of
language acquisition while understanding the processes involved in how and when the
acquisition occurs and to what pace and degree. The purpose of this assignment is to outline
various theories of language acquisition for teacher colleagues.Create an informative
pamphlet of 750-1,000 words for your fellow colleagues in the Birth-Pre-K or K-3 classroom
as a resource they can consult throughout the year.In your brochure, address the
following:Explain how language develops and is acquired in childhood (define key terms
used, such as language acquisition), including an emphasis on language development
through socialization and social engagement.Briefly outline the primary language
acquisition theories, including Skinner’s behaviorism, Chomsky’s nativist theory of language
development, functionalism, and socioculturalism, and explain which theory or theories you
would emphasize to support students’ language acquisition in your classroom and
why. Explain the role of parents/guardians in modeling and reinforcing language, as well as
2-3 activities teachers can share with parents/guardians to model and reinforce language
development.Explain how students who are learning English as a first language are
supported in your classroom through specific instructional strategies and tools, as well as
how students who are learning English as a second or more language are supported in your
classroom through specific instructional strategies and tools.Include a list of three or more
language development activities that teachers can share with parents/guardians to
reinforce language development at home.Your pamphlet should be organized in a logical
manner and include a title, section headings, and visuals. Remember your audience and use
appropriate tone and verbiage.Support your findings with 3-5 scholarly resources.