Small Groups
Indirect Language Stimulation
Requires no child response
Uses child initiated play and activities
Follows child’s lead
Indirect Language Stimulation Techniques
Information TalkParallel talk
Self talk
Description
Comments
Open Ended Questions
Activity
Indirect Language Stimulation Role Play
Indirect Responses
Expansion
Expansion Plus
Repetition (indirect correction)
Activity
Indirect Responses Activity
Guidelines for Delivering Directives
Have the child’s attention Use clear specific language State directives positively Avoid simply labeling Use questions for choices Deliver initial directive one time
Guidelines for Effective Praise
Offer specific feedback Initiate the praise Focus on improvement and effort Use sincere, direct comments Avoid competition and comparison Develop appreciation for own behavior
Corrective Feedback
Feedback
Redirect
Assist
Confirm
Activity
Directives Activity
Review of Language Techniques
Indirect language stimulationInformation talk Indirect responses
Directives Praise Corrective feedback
Activity: Indirect Language Stimulation
