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What trend was observed regarding the bilingual advantage in executive functioning across different age groups?
What trend was observed regarding the bilingual advantage in executive functioning across different age groups?
Which factor is likely to influence the acquisition of English among English language learners in poverty according to Winsler et al. (2014)?
Which factor is likely to influence the acquisition of English among English language learners in poverty according to Winsler et al. (2014)?
What age group tends to show larger effect sizes related to bilingual cognitive advantages?
What age group tends to show larger effect sizes related to bilingual cognitive advantages?
What characteristic is common among children in studies related to the cognitive advantages of bilingualism?
What characteristic is common among children in studies related to the cognitive advantages of bilingualism?
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Which of the following is NOT cited as a potential effect of bilingualism?
Which of the following is NOT cited as a potential effect of bilingualism?
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What is a criticism noted concerning the existing research on bilingualism?
What is a criticism noted concerning the existing research on bilingualism?
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In what context is the bilingual advantage particularly emphasized?
In what context is the bilingual advantage particularly emphasized?
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What outcome is associated with late bilingualism in the context of cognitive development?
What outcome is associated with late bilingualism in the context of cognitive development?
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What is a common misconception about bilingual children regarding their speech development?
What is a common misconception about bilingual children regarding their speech development?
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According to research, what is a potential phase that sequential bilingual children may go through?
According to research, what is a potential phase that sequential bilingual children may go through?
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What is a characteristic of bilingual children who might be at risk for academic challenges?
What is a characteristic of bilingual children who might be at risk for academic challenges?
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What does the term 'silent stage' refer to in bilingual development?
What does the term 'silent stage' refer to in bilingual development?
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Which publication discusses the stages of early bilingual learning?
Which publication discusses the stages of early bilingual learning?
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What have studies indicated about bilingual children and their language skills?
What have studies indicated about bilingual children and their language skills?
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What is a finding from the research regarding the exposure of bilingual children to dual languages?
What is a finding from the research regarding the exposure of bilingual children to dual languages?
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What can parents do to support bilingual development in children?
What can parents do to support bilingual development in children?
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What is one of the linguistic benefits of bilingualism?
What is one of the linguistic benefits of bilingualism?
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Which skill is NOT associated with socio-cultural benefits of bilingualism?
Which skill is NOT associated with socio-cultural benefits of bilingualism?
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What should preschool teachers do to help shy English Language Learners (ELLs)?
What should preschool teachers do to help shy English Language Learners (ELLs)?
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Which cognitive function is enhanced by bilingualism?
Which cognitive function is enhanced by bilingualism?
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Which of the following is NOT a cognitive benefit of bilingualism?
Which of the following is NOT a cognitive benefit of bilingualism?
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What is a common misconception about shy ELLs in a preschool classroom?
What is a common misconception about shy ELLs in a preschool classroom?
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Which of the following describes an economic benefit of bilingualism?
Which of the following describes an economic benefit of bilingualism?
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Which skill contributes to metalinguistic awareness in bilinguals?
Which skill contributes to metalinguistic awareness in bilinguals?
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What percentage of bilingual children are affected by language impairments compared to monolingual children?
What percentage of bilingual children are affected by language impairments compared to monolingual children?
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Bilingual children with developmental language disorder (DLD) are likely to experience which of the following conditions?
Bilingual children with developmental language disorder (DLD) are likely to experience which of the following conditions?
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Which of the following suggests a misconception about bilingualism and language impairment in children?
Which of the following suggests a misconception about bilingualism and language impairment in children?
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According to research, when do bilingual children typically begin learning a second language (L2)?
According to research, when do bilingual children typically begin learning a second language (L2)?
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What is a significant predictor of competency in a second language for bilingual children?
What is a significant predictor of competency in a second language for bilingual children?
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What is the relationship between bilingualism and children with autism spectrum disorders?
What is the relationship between bilingualism and children with autism spectrum disorders?
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According to the research, which of the following is true regarding bilingual children with primary language impairment?
According to the research, which of the following is true regarding bilingual children with primary language impairment?
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What does the research suggest about input requirements for bilingual children?
What does the research suggest about input requirements for bilingual children?
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What is a common misconception about bilingualism in many societies?
What is a common misconception about bilingualism in many societies?
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What may happen if children do not develop competence in their heritage language?
What may happen if children do not develop competence in their heritage language?
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Which of the following is a possible long-term effect of not supporting children's heritage language development?
Which of the following is a possible long-term effect of not supporting children's heritage language development?
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Why do some families choose not to transmit their heritage language?
Why do some families choose not to transmit their heritage language?
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What impact does bilingualism have on children's connection to their cultural identity?
What impact does bilingualism have on children's connection to their cultural identity?
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How might children feel towards their parents if they do not support heritage language development?
How might children feel towards their parents if they do not support heritage language development?
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What should families do to support bilingual development in infants?
What should families do to support bilingual development in infants?
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Which aspect of bilingualism is often undervalued in families looking to assimilate?
Which aspect of bilingualism is often undervalued in families looking to assimilate?
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Study Notes
Bilingual Development
- Bilingual children may start speaking later than their monolingual peers.
- Typically, bilingual children go through a "silent period."
- Bilingual children who are shy or introverted may experience delayed language acquisition in L2. It is critical to encourage social interactions and learning opportunities that stimulate both L1 and L2 development.
Bilingual Advantages
- Bilingualism brings significant benefits, impacting language, socio-cultural, economic, and cognitive aspects.
- Bilingual children are not more susceptible to language impairments than monolingual children.
Bilingualism and Language Disorders (DLD)
- In sequential bilingualism, with DLD, children may begin acquiring L2 later and with a lower L1 proficiency.
- Bilingual children with DLD may develop language at a slower pace.
- It is crucial to provide additional L1 support for bilingual children with DLD.
- Bilingual children with DLD, Down syndrome, or Autism Spectrum Disorders are not demonstrably more likely to experience delays or difficulties than their monolingual peers.
Socio-Cultural Implications of Bilingualism
- Many societies privilege monolingualism, leading families to prioritize assimilation and suppress the transmission of heritage languages.
- Such suppression can have negative long-term implications:
- Feelings of embarrassment about not being able to communicate with family.
- Lack of connection with cultural identity.
- Later resentment towards parents for not supporting their heritage language development.
- It is essential to encourage and support bilingualism.
Cognitive Advantages of Bilingualism
- Bilingualism leads to improved executive functioning, especially in older adults.
- The bilingual advantage in executive functioning, including task switching, multitasking, inhibition, and visuospatial memory, is more pronounced in older adults (over 50).
Language Specific Advantages
- Being bilingual enhances metalinguistic awareness, phonological awareness, and speech perception in noise.
- Bilingualism improves the ability to learn additional languages.
Socio-Cultural Advantages
- Bilingualism fosters cross-cultural competency and the ability to communicate effectively across language barriers.
- It improves the understanding of different perspectives.
Economic Advantages
- Bilingualism increases employment opportunities, leading to better salary prospects.
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Explore the nuances of bilingual development, including language acquisition timelines and the effects of bilingualism on developmental language disorders (DLD). This quiz covers the advantages of bilingualism and strategies for supporting bilingual children. Test your understanding of key concepts related to bilingualism and language disorders.
