Sociolinguistics in the Interaction of Typical Children with Children with Special Needs in Inclusive ECCE

Diana Romdhoningsih; Maulida Nur; Rina Andriani

doi:10.51276/edu.v7i1.1532

Authors

Diana Romdhoningsih Universitas Bina Bangsa
Maulida Nur Universitas Bina Bangsa
Rina Andriani Universitas Bina Bangsa

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.51276/edu.v7i1.1532

Keywords:

Children with Student Needs (CWSN) , ECCE , Kindergarten , Sociolinguistics , Typical Children

Abstract

This study examines social interaction between typically developing children and children with special needs (CWSN) in inclusive kindergarten settings, focusing on sociolinguistic aspects. The Research is urgent because understanding early communicative practices helps foster healthy social relationships; typical children's limited knowledge of how to interact with CWSN can lead to misunderstandings, exclusion, or barriers to learning. The study identifies and analyses language use, communication strategies, and social factors influencing these interactions. A descriptive qualitative approach was employed using participatory observation and in-depth interviews with teachers and parents. Data were analyzedanalyzed by examining linguistic and social patterns observed during natural interactions. Findings indicate that typical children predominantly employ three strategies: neutral responses, sympathetic responses, and spontaneous responses, which suggest a tendency toward social acceptance of CWSN and positive contributions to inclusion. However, teacher and parent facilitation remains essential to develop more reciprocal and interactive communication. The study recommends teacher training and parental involvement to strengthen inclusive communicative practices to support inclusive learning and development.

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Author Biographies

Diana Romdhoningsih, Universitas Bina Bangsa

She is a dedicated academic who has been serving as a lecturer at Universitas Bina Bangsa since 2017. She holds both a Bachelor's and a Master's degree in Indonesian Language and Literature Education from Universitas Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa. Her continued pursuit of higher education at the same institution reflects a strong commitment to academic excellence and to advancing Indonesian language and literature education in Indonesia.

Maulida Nur, Universitas Bina Bangsa

She is currently a lecturer in the Early Childhood Teacher Education program at Universitas Bina Bangsa. She earned her Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education from Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia (UPI), Bandung.

Rina Andriani, Universitas Bina Bangsa

She is an academic with a strong interest in linguistics. Her career in education began during her undergraduate studies. She earned a Bachelor's degree in Indonesian Language and Literature Education from Universitas Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa. She later completed a Master's degree in Linguistics (Indonesian language) at Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia (UPI), Bandung.

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