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Bilingualism Studies

By Gail August

Bilingualism Studies

By Gail August

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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.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Number of Pages:
256
Release Date:
2026-01-14
Publication Date:
2026-01-14
Publisher:
Cognella Academic Publishing
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
1793589682
ISBN13:
9781793589682
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Weight:
557 g
Height:
203 cm
Width:
254 cm
Thickness:
14 cm
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