Document Type

Article

Publication Date

12-2024

DOI

10.26855/er.2024.11.001

Publication Title

The Educational Review, USA

Volume

8

Issue

11

Pages

1273-1283

Abstract

This qualitative study investigates the characteristics of interactions between fathers and toddlers, as well as their influence on language development. By utilizing video clips from the social media platform TikTok, this research observes and analyses fathers' responses and interactions with their toddlers. The findings indicate that fathers play a crucial role in supporting language development by engaging in conversations, expanding vocabulary, and providing emotional support. The study underscores the significance of fathers' involvement in nurturing language skills during early childhood. However, further longitudinal research is necessary to establish a definitive link between fathers' language input and toddlers' language development. Overall, this study highlights the importance of father-toddler interactions in promoting language skills, which are essential for future educational success.

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Original Publication Citation

Hernandez, J., & Gupta, A.. (2024). Insights from father-toddler communication via TikTok. The Educational Review, USA, 8(11), 1273-1283. https://dx.doi.org/10.26855/er.2024.11.001

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