Early and Late Bilingualism
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What is early bilingualism?

  • Acquiring an L2 without any exposure to L1
  • The acquisition of two languages from birth or early childhood (correct)
  • Learning two languages after puberty
  • Learning an L2 through formal education only

According to Grosjean (2010), which form of bilingualism is more common?

  • Both are equally common
  • Early bilingualism
  • Late bilingualism (correct)
  • Bilingualism is rare in general

What is an example of early bilingualism?

  • A businessman learning Mandarin for work
  • An immigrant learning English after moving to a new country
  • A child growing up in a bilingual household where each parent speaks a different language (correct)
  • A student learning French in high school

What is a common myth about bilingualism?

<p>Bilingualism causes language delays in children (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does research contradict the myth that bilingualism delays language development?

<p>Bilingual children develop separate language systems from an early age and have comparable vocabulary to monolinguals (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one similarity between early and late bilinguals?

<p>Both go through stages of language acquisition (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does input affect both early and late bilinguals?

<p>The amount and quality of language exposure significantly impact language development in both groups (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key cognitive benefit of bilingualism?

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What is metalinguistic awareness?

<p>The ability to reflect on and manipulate language structures (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one advantage of enhanced cognitive control in bilinguals?

<p>Better ability to switch between tasks and manage attention (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is code-switching?

<p>The practice of alternating between languages within a conversation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does bilingualism affect cultural identity?

<p>Bilinguals can use language to express their cultural identity and group membership (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role does emotion play in bilingual identity?

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What is the Critical Period Hypothesis?

<p>A theory that states there is an optimal window for language acquisition in early childhood (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does neurological plasticity differ between early and late bilinguals?

<p>Early bilinguals have higher brain plasticity, allowing for seamless language integration (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do early and late bilinguals process language differently in the brain?

<p>Early bilinguals process both languages in the same neural areas, while late bilinguals may use different regions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does accent acquisition differ between early and late bilinguals?

<p>Early bilinguals are more likely to acquire native-like pronunciation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does explicit learning differ from implicit learning in bilingualism?

<p>Late bilinguals rely more on explicit learning, such as studying grammar rules, while early bilinguals acquire language naturally (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common challenge faced by late bilinguals?

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How does first language dominance affect late bilinguals?

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How does language mixing differ between early and late bilinguals?

<p>Early bilinguals experience developmental mixing, while late bilinguals may experience interference from L1 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does bilingualism affect emotional expression?

<p>Bilinguals may prefer to express emotions in their first language (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does bilingualism enhance problem-solving skills?

<p>By training the brain to manage two linguistic systems, improving cognitive flexibility (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does social context influence bilingual development?

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How does late bilingualism impact second language fluency?

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How does bilingualism influence executive function?

<p>It enhances the ability to switch attention, control impulses, and manage multiple tasks (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key takeaway from research on early and late bilingualism?

<p>Both forms of bilingualism offer cognitive, social, and professional advantages, despite differences in acquisition (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can late bilinguals improve their second language proficiency?

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Flashcards

Early Bilingualism

Acquisition of two languages from birth or early childhood.

Late Bilingualism

Learning a second language after the first is established, usually after childhood.

Common Bilingualism

Late bilingualism is more common.

Example of Early Bilingualism

A child growing up with each parent speaking a different language.

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Example of Late Bilingualism

An adult learning Spanish for career advancement.

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Myth About Bilingualism

Bilingualism causes language delays in children.

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Bilingual Language Development

Bilingual children develop separate language systems early and have comparable vocabulary to monolinguals.

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Similarity Between Bilinguals

Both early and late bilinguals go through stages of language acquisition.

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Input Affect on Bilinguals

Amount and quality of language exposure impact language development in both groups.

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Cognitive Benefit of Bilingualism

Improved memory, attention, and problem-solving skills.

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Metalinguistic Awareness

The ability to reflect on and manipulate language structures.

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Enhanced Cognitive Control

Better ability to switch between tasks and manage attention.

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Code-Switching

Alternating between languages within a conversation.

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Bilingualism

Bilinguals can use language to express their cultural identity and group membership.

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Emotion in Bilingual Identity

Languages may be associated with different emotions and attitudes.

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Critical Period Hypothesis

There is an optimal window for language acquisition in early childhood.

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Neurological Plasticity

Early bilinguals have higher brain plasticity, allowing for seamless language integration.

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Language Processing

Early bilinguals process both languages in the same neural areas, while late bilinguals may use different regions.

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Accent Acquisition

Early bilinguals are more likely to acquire native-like pronunciation.

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Explicit vs. Implicit Learning

Late bilinguals rely more on explicit learning, such as studying grammar rules, while early bilinguals acquire language naturally.

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Common Challenge For Late Bilinguals

Stronger first language influence on pronunciation and grammar.

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First Language Dominance

The first language remains stronger, making L2 acquisition more effortful.

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Language Mixing

Early bilinguals experience developmental mixing, while late bilinguals may experience interference from L1.

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Emotional Expression

Bilinguals may prefer to express emotions in their first language.

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Enhance Problem Solving Skills

By training the brain to manage two linguistic systems, improving cognitive flexibility.

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Social Context

Consistent exposure and opportunities to use both languages enhance proficiency.

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Impact Second Fluency

Late bilinguals can achieve fluency but may rely on their first language more for structure and pronunciation.

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Influence Executive Function

Enhances the ability to switch attention, control impulses, and manage multiple tasks

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Key Takeaway

Both forms of bilingualism offer cognitive, social, and professional advantages, despite differences in acquisition.

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Improve Second Language

Increased exposure, immersion, and strategic learning approaches.

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Study Notes

  • Early bilingualism is the acquisition of two languages from birth or early childhood.
  • Late bilingualism involves learning a second language after the first language has been established, typically after childhood.
  • Late bilingualism is more common, according to Grosjean (2010).
  • An example of early bilingualism is a child growing up in a bilingual household where each parent speaks a different language.
  • An example of late bilingualism is an adult learning Spanish for career advancement.
  • A common myth about bilingualism is that it causes language delays in children.
  • Research contradicts the myth that bilingualism delays language development, demonstrating that bilingual children develop separate language systems early on and have comparable vocabulary to monolinguals.
  • Both early and late bilinguals go through stages of language acquisition.
  • The amount and quality of language exposure significantly impact language development in both early and late bilinguals.
  • Bilingualism improves memory, attention, and problem-solving skills.
  • Metalinguistic awareness is the ability to reflect on and manipulate language structures.
  • An advantage of enhanced cognitive control in bilinguals is the improved ability to switch between tasks and manage attention.
  • Code-switching is the practice of alternating between languages within a conversation.
  • Bilingualism enables individuals to use language to express their cultural identity and group membership.
  • Languages may be associated with different emotions and attitudes in bilingual identity.
  • The Critical Period Hypothesis suggests there is an optimal window for language acquisition in early childhood.
  • Early bilinguals exhibit higher brain plasticity, facilitating seamless language integration.
  • Early bilinguals process both languages in the same neural areas, while late bilinguals may use different regions.
  • Early bilinguals are more likely to acquire native-like pronunciation.
  • Late bilinguals rely more on explicit learning, such as studying grammar rules, while early bilinguals acquire language naturally.
  • A common challenge faced by late bilinguals is a stronger first language influence on pronunciation and grammar.
  • First language dominance makes L2 acquisition more effortful for late bilinguals.
  • Early bilinguals experience developmental language mixing, while late bilinguals may experience interference from L1.
  • Bilinguals may prefer to express emotions in their first language.
  • Bilingualism enhances problem-solving skills by training the brain to manage two linguistic systems, improving cognitive flexibility.
  • Consistent exposure and opportunities to use both languages enhance proficiency in bilingual development.
  • Late bilinguals can achieve fluency in a second language but may rely on their first language more for structure and pronunciation.
  • Bilingualism enhances the ability to switch attention, control impulses, and manage multiple tasks, influencing executive function.
  • Both forms of bilingualism offer cognitive, social, and professional advantages, despite differences in acquisition.
  • Late bilinguals can improve their second language proficiency through increased exposure, immersion, and strategic learning approaches.

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Early bilingualism involves acquiring two languages from birth or early childhood, while late bilingualism occurs after establishing the first language. Contrary to common myths, research shows bilingualism does not cause language delays. Language exposure significantly impacts language development in both early and late bilinguals.

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