English Language Learners Flashcards
In reference to linguistics, what is code-switching?
When you switch between languages in conversation
In linguistics, what is interference?
When you take GRAMMER from one language and apply it to another
What is the “silent period” in language learning
The period of time when a child is learning a new language where they are silent to take in the language - weeks or months
What is language loss in language learning?
When you lose skill in your original language when learning another
What are 3 benefits of learning more than 1 language?
Easier time learning:
- New words
- New information
- Listening skills
What are the three factors that influence bilingual development?
- Quantity
- Quality
- Opportunity
What is the difference between simultaneous bilingualism and sequential bilingualism
Simultaneous: refers to a child who is exposed to two languages from birth to 3 years (2 native languages)
Sequential: learn one native language, then are introduced to a second before age 3
What is the difference between the terms (La and Lb) and (L1 and L2)
La and Lb refer to simultaneous learners
L1 and L2 refer to sequential
Do children learning simultaneous bilingualism develop language milestones at the same rate as their monolingual peers?
YES
Briefly describe each stage of language learning in terms of simultaneous bilingualism
- “Language mixing”
- “Language separation”
- “One main use”
When a child who is a sequential language learner enters an environment where L2 is spoken, how long will it take for them to understand, speak, and think in the language?
- ~3 m to understand
- ~ 2y to speak (conversational)
- ~5-7 y to think in that language
Briefly describe the stages of language learning for children learning sequential bilingualism
- Home language use
- Silent Period
- Limited use of L2
- Productive Language use “code mixing”
- Competent L use
How do you define a language delay?
A lag in the rate of developing speech and language
How do you define a language disorder?
A difference in the pattern of development of speech and language
What is the definition of a language difference?
A child whose language learning is different as a result of cultural or linguistic factors
What is a phonological process that is typically displayed by dual language users?
What is a common morphology struggle?
Cluster Reduction, and past tense, and plurals
A child with a language disorder will have particular difficulty with _____ ______ in their home language, as well as ___________
verb tenses and naming functions of items
“Playground” pragmatic language is usually achieved by a SLL in ______while cognitive academic language proficiency skills come at ___________
1-2 years, and 5-7 years
Overall, the goal in language intervention with ELL students with LLD is to:
Enhance both their first language and English to succeed in society
Name 3 Intervention and Instructional Strategies for working with ELL students
- Family Considerations
- Classroom Environment Considerations
- Core Treatment Recommendations
Goals for ELL children may be missing ______________ due to _______
context, circumstances, and accuracy rate due to flexibility
