The syntax module of the language development curriculum portion of the Early Childhood-Special Education Teacher Preparation Program at the University of Virginia includes the following areas: (1) various aspects of syntax development as background for an outline of the ontogeny of syntax development in children 18-106 months of age; (2) syntax development outcomes appropriate to young children, including the relevancy of such, with special reference to Chomsky's theoretical position; (3) techniques for measuring syntax development with particular emphasis placed upon techniques developed by both Lee and Menyuk; (4) general condition needed for development of syntax; (5) specific conditions and appropriate teaching strategies for development of (a) the ability to express oneself in identified patterns of standard English, (b) the ability to ask questions, and (c) fluency; and (6) cognitive and skill competencies needed by teachers for facilitating the development of syntax in young children. (ED)