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#103 Communication & Language: Why Do They Understand More Than They Can Express?

#103 Communication & Language: Why Do They Understand More Than They Can Express?21. Sept.21 Min.

Send us Fan Mail Communication & Language: Why Do They Understand More Than They Can Express? Have you ever thought, “But I know they understand me—why can’t they tell me what they know?” In this episode of Navigating Neurodiverse Education, we explore the important difference between receptive language—the language a child understands—and expressive language—the language they can communicate to others. We look at why a child may understand instructions, concepts, stories and conversation...