Bilingualism Studies (Paperback)

Gail August

ISBN 10: 1793589682 / ISBN 13: 9781793589682

Edité par Cognella, Inc, San Diego, 2026

Paperback. Bilingualism Studies: Basic Concepts explores the multifaceted nature of bilingualism within individual, societal, and cognitive dimensions. The book provides insights into how bilingualism affects and is affected by cognitive processes, cultural dynamics, educational practices, and social structures, offering readers a comprehensive understanding of the intricacies of bilingualism in various contexts. The text explores the psychological, sociocultural, and linguistic aspects of bilingualism. It examines language contact and change, language shift, and phenomena like pidgins and creoles, before progressing into discussions about language death, revitalization, and policy. The book presents an analysis of bilingual development in babies, children, and adults, along with a detailed review of challenges and myths in bilingual education, accent acquisition, and the cognitive benefits of bilingualism. Bilingualism Studies is suitable for undergraduate and graduate courses in linguistics, bilingual education, cognitive psychology, and social sciences that cover language development, language policy, and sociolinguistics. The topics addressed are particularly relevant for students embarking on careers where bilingualism and language education are pertinent. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781793589682

Synopsis :

This text explores the multifaceted nature of bilingualism within individual, societal, and cognitive dimensions. The book provides insights into how bilingualism affects and is affected by cognitive processes, cultural dynamics, educational practices, and social structures, offering readers a comprehensive understanding of the intricacies of bilingualism in various contexts.

À propos de l'auteur:

Gail August is a professor in the Department of Language and Cognition at Hostos Community College, CUNY. She holds a Ph.D. in linguistics from The Graduate Center, CUNY, where she specialized in bilingualism, second language acquisition, and the science of reading during her studies.

Détails bibliographiques

Titre : Bilingualism Studies (Paperback)
Éditeur : Cognella, Inc, San Diego
Date d'édition : 2026
Reliure : Paperback
Etat : new