Code-switching is switching between two languages or dialects within a single conversation or phrase. It is considered a normal and natural phenomenon for bilingual and multilingual speakers, and part of typical language development. Motivations for code-switching vary but can include associations with identity, social context, and preference.
ModelEval- 3.4-BilingualEnglishCantonese-TypicallyDeveloping.pdf
EL was a monolingual Cantonese speaker who has only recently been exposed to English through an older brother in kindergarten and starting preschool. Although EL was shy during the evaluation, the evaluators were able to get an accurate demonstration of EL’s language skills through videos recorded by Mom on her cell phone. It was determine that EL’s language skills were within normal limits.
This module is the first of three presenting the critical questions: nine essential questions that must be asked in every caregiver interview during an evaluation. Read More
This module investigates factors that influence bilingual language development. Read More
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An examination between second language exposure and morphosyntactic and semantic development in preschoolers.
The parent/primary caregiver interview is s necessary part of any quality evaluation. The interview is used to gain information used in several parts of the evaluation. Read More
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