Children's Language Development: Environmental Factors, Interactions, and Challenges in the Digital Era

Martolop Sinambela

doi:10.55927/jeda.v4i2.378

Authors

Martolop Sinambela Politeknik Negeri Medan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55927/jeda.v4i2.378

Keywords:

Child Language Development, Screen Time, Turn-Taking

Abstract

Children's language development is a complex process influenced by social interactions, the environment, and individual factors. Technological advances add a new dimension through screen exposure, which impacts language acquisition. This literature review synthesizes five international journal articles discussing the influence of screen time, conversational turn-taking, active learning, early detection of language development disorders, and individual differences in bilingual children. The analysis shows that the quality of interactions, child agency, and digital ecology management are crucial for maximizing language development. This study offers an integrative model as a reference for educational, clinical, and public policy strategies.

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