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Aktan-Erciyes, Asli – Journal of Language and Linguistic Studies, 2020
The present study investigated the longitudinal effects of early exposure to L2-English on L1-Turkish language competence, narrative skills and executive functioning. We asked whether early immersion-like exposure to L2, starting around 3 years of age, would have reflections on L1 competence, L1 narrative skills and gains in cognitive flexibility.…
Descriptors: Longitudinal Studies, Second Language Learning, Native Language, English (Second Language)
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Sera, Maria D.; Cole, Caitlin A.; Oromendia, Mercedes; Koenig, Melissa A. – Language Learning and Development, 2014
Studying how children learn words in a foreign language can shed light on how language learning changes with development. In one experiment, we examined whether three-, four-, and five-year-olds could learn and remember words for familiar and unfamiliar objects in their native English and a foreign language. All age groups could learn and remember…
Descriptors: Familiarity, Vocabulary Development, Preschool Children, Second Language Learning
Barrueco, Sandra; Lopez, Michael; Ong, Christine; Lozano, Patricia – Brookes Publishing Company, 2012
As the population of young dual language learners continues to rise, how can early childhood professionals choose culturally and linguistically appropriate assessments for Spanish-English bilingual preschoolers? They'll get expert guidance in this one-of-a-kind resource, a comprehensive roundup and analysis of 37 developmental assessments…
Descriptors: Disabilities, Preschool Children, Psychometrics, English (Second Language)
Maryland State Department of Education, 2010
Maryland's 24 school systems have made great strides in improving public education from pre-kindergarten through high school to ensure children are getting a high-quality education. This guide provides information and online links, including: (1) Maryland's state testing and reporting processes; (2) Programs available to support student…
Descriptors: Parent Materials, Parent Participation, Disabilities, Educational Quality
Maryland State Department of Education, 2008
To raise the achievement of every student, Maryland designed "Achievement Matters Most," a plan for public schools that sets goals in the areas of achievement, teaching, testing, safety, and family involvement in schools. Achievement Matters Most supports Maryland schools' efforts to meet the goals of the federal No Child Left Behind…
Descriptors: Parent Materials, Federal Legislation, Testing, Parent Participation