VELS Levels 1 and 2 – Reciprocal Relationship of Language
There is a reciprocal relationship between oral language, reading and writing . Therefore, language is both a resource for reading and writing and a beneficiary of reading and writing.
Marie Clay 2001
Other theoretical contributions on the relationship between language and learning have been provided by Marie Clay, whose thoughts on the reciprocity of oral language, reading and writing have influenced teachers around the world.
Oral language is a resource for reading and writing and a beneficiary of reading and writing.
The reciprocal relationship between oral language, reading and writing underpins effective literacy learning and teaching in literacy.
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Consider and discuss how oral language is both a resource for and beneficiary of reading and writing.
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