Cognitive Factors Associated with the Attainment of Intermediate Levels of Bilingual Skills.

Cummins, James

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Publication Date: 1977

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Cognitive Factors Associated with the Attainment of Intermediate Levels of Bilingual Skills

Cummins, James

Modern Language Journal, 61, 1-2, 3-12, Jan-Feb 77

Studies of bilingual children have debated the effect of bilingualism on cognitive development. This study examines the relationship between cognitive processes and balanced bilingual skills. It finds there may be a threshold level of bilingual competence to be attained before bilingualism can positively influence cognitive functioning. (CHK)

Descriptors: Bilingual Education, Bilingual Students, Bilingualism, Cognitive Ability, Cognitive Development, Cognitive Processes, Language Proficiency, Language Skills, Second Language Learning, Second Languages

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Identifiers - Location: Canada; Canada (Edmonton)

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