A Qualitative Study of the Play of Dual Language Learners in an English-Speaking Preschool
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DOI: 10.1007/s10643-018-0889-7
Abstract: Little research has been conducted on the play of children of very low English proficiency within English-speaking preschool classrooms. In the present investigation, we recorded and described the naturalistic free play of four dual language… read more here.
Keywords: dual language; speaking preschool; english speaking; language learners ... See more keywords
Online Literacy Instruction for Young Korean Dual Language Learners in General Education
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DOI: 10.1007/s10864-022-09470-9
Abstract: English language development is a critical component for young children’s school readiness. In this study, we examined the effect of Read it again-Pre-K! (Justice and McGinty in Read it again!-Prek: a preschool curriculum supplement to… read more here.
Keywords: dual language; literacy; language learners; education ... See more keywords
Change in language and literacy knowledge for Spanish–English dual language learners at school-entry: Analyses from three studies
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ecresq.2019.07.001
Abstract: Abstract Over 30% of children in the U.S. are dual language learners (DLLs) who are learning two languages. Understanding the development of both languages for young DLL children in early care and education is critical.… read more here.
Keywords: spanish english; three studies; dual language; language literacy ... See more keywords
Classroom composition, classroom quality and German skills of very young dual language learners and German-only learners
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ecresq.2019.07.004
Abstract: Abstract This study examined associations between the classroom percentage of dual language learners (DLLs), observed classroom quality, and children's German majority language skills. The cross-sectional sample of 2.5 years olds (n = 93 immigrant DLLs and n = 363… read more here.
Keywords: classroom; german skills; dual language; classroom quality ... See more keywords
Dual language supports for dual language learners? Exploring preschool classroom instructional supports for DLLs' early learning outcomes
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ecresq.2021.03.011
Abstract: Abstract Dual language learners (DLLs) - children who are learning and developing two languages - are among the fastest growing groups of young children in the United States and currently compose a third of the… read more here.
Keywords: dual language; home language; preschool; language ... See more keywords
The effects of dual language exposure on executive function in Spanish-English bilingual children with different language abilities.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jecp.2019.104663
Abstract: The current study examined the effects of dual language exposure on executive function in 5- to 11-year-old Spanish-English bilingual children with different language skills. Dual language exposure was measured via parent report and was operationalized… read more here.
Keywords: dual language; language; language exposure; executive function ... See more keywords
A Bakhtinian take on languaging in a dual language immersion classroom
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DOI: 10.1016/j.system.2018.10.008
Abstract: Abstract Language brings a classroom to life and crafts the teaching and learning space. Sociocultural theories of language acquisition and learning focus on the role of language as a mediator for development. While research on… read more here.
Keywords: language immersion; language; dual language; immersion classroom ... See more keywords
Language use, home literacy environment, and demography: Predicting vocabulary skills among diverse young dual language learners in Norway
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DOI: 10.1017/s0305000920000495
Abstract: From a socio-cultural perspective, language offers a means for children to communicate with and learn from others through interaction: language is the medium through which young children are provided cognitive, social, and emotional support in… read more here.
Keywords: dual language; language use; use home; language learners ... See more keywords
Phonetic discrimination, phonological awareness, and pre-literacy skills in Spanish–English dual language preschoolers
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DOI: 10.1017/s0305000920000768
Abstract: Abstract The current study explores variation in phonemic representation among Spanish–English dual language learners (DLLs, n = 60) who were dominant in English or in Spanish. Children were given a phonetic discrimination task with speech… read more here.
Keywords: dual language; spanish english; phonetic discrimination; english dual ... See more keywords
Early-adolescent dual language learners' reading comprehension: Influences of teacher questions and language efficacy.
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DOI: 10.1037/dev0001453
Abstract: This study examined the relation between middle school Dual Language Learners' (DLLs'; N = 413; M age = 11.66 years old; 87.1% Latino; female = 234, male = 179) reading comprehension skills and their teachers'… read more here.
Keywords: reading comprehension; dual language; language; language learners ... See more keywords
Measuring English Narrative Microstructure in Preschool Dual Language Learners.
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DOI: 10.1044/2021_lshss-21-00107
Abstract: PURPOSE The purpose of the study was to examine the change in specific English microstructure features according to language ability in preschool Spanish-English dual language learners. METHOD We collected English narratives from 22 Spanish-English dual… read more here.
Keywords: dual language; language; spanish english; language learners ... See more keywords