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Bridging Research and Practice
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Communication is an essential part of development and something people were born to do. Babies quickly realize that when they cry, their caretaker will respond and the seeds of conversation are planted. As children grow, so do their communication skills; speaking, listening and responding are fundamental aspects of living in society and milestones for development. In child care, preschool, or primary classrooms, children naturally converse as they play and explore their worlds. It is through this play and conversation that children learn, discover and construct the meaning of their world. If children are learning in an authentic play setting, then it seems fitting that there should also be ways to assess in those genuine contexts. Yet how often do we use children’s ...