First Nations English dialects in Canada and implications for supporting children's language development /
First Nations English dialects in Canada and implications for supporting children's language development /
Jessica Ball, (Barbara) May Bernhardt with Jeff Deby ... [et al].
- [Victoria/Vancouver BC : Ball & Bernhardt, 2008?].
- 12 p. ; 28 cm.
Includes bibliographical references.
"This report highlights findings and directions for future research gleaned from an exploratory search for information about First Nations English dialects among Indigenous peoples in Canada. The project addressed growing concern among practitioners in Aboriginal infant development and early childhood education about the lack of knowledge about culturally appropriate milestones and goals to inform programs of support, screening, and early intervention for First Nations children's English language development." (p. 2.
Professional.
First Nations--Languages--Study and teaching.
English language--Dialects.
Early childhood education
Includes bibliographical references.
"This report highlights findings and directions for future research gleaned from an exploratory search for information about First Nations English dialects among Indigenous peoples in Canada. The project addressed growing concern among practitioners in Aboriginal infant development and early childhood education about the lack of knowledge about culturally appropriate milestones and goals to inform programs of support, screening, and early intervention for First Nations children's English language development." (p. 2.
Professional.
First Nations--Languages--Study and teaching.
English language--Dialects.
Early childhood education