Authors: Vanessa Jay T. Donato1, Deeh Anne S. Lapad2, & Gay Emelyn L. Lariosa3
1,2,3Bachelor in Secondary Education, Major in English, Undergraduate Studies, College of Education, Mindanao State University – Buug Campus,
Datu Panas, Buug, Zamboanga Sibugay, Philippines
Email: vanessajaytrapadonato@gmail.com1, deehannelapad28@gmail.com2 , gayemelyn.libre@msubuug.edu.ph3
ABSTRACT
This study was intended to identify the relationship between the factors of a child’s language development on their speech and social behaviors. It
aimed to enrich the perception of the parents and the teachers on the factors of language development so that they can supplement the developmental
needs of the child as it will benefit and prepare them as they immerse them-selves in manifold activities when they grow up. This research used a
descriptive quantitative design utilizing a survey questionnaire responded by 20 parents and two (2) teachers of kindergarten pupils of Cavite Bible
Baptist Church and Schools. The results showed that the language development of the pupils considering the factors, intelligence and cognition, learning
environment, teaching and learning materials, parent-child relationship, and bilingualism, are highly developed which positively affects their speech
and social behavior. The study revealed that there was a significant difference between the responses of the respondents which implies that teachers
and parents have varied perceptions of a child’s language development as to their speech and social behavior. It was also seen in the findings that
speech and social behavior do not go hand in hand as kindergarten pupils' speech and social behavior had a weak correlation, and learners may have
better skills in speaking but behave timidly. Some are active and extroverted but can hardly express themselves in words. Inasmuch, children must be
communicated in English or Cebuano in total words rather than baby talks as this strengthens their oral language skills.
Keywords: language development, factors of language development, speech behavior, social behavior, Cavite Bible Baptist Church and Schools