What impact does minimal exposure to Welsh have on Executive Functions? Evidence from primary school children.
Lead Research Organisation:
Bangor University
Department Name: Sch of Language, Literature & Linguistic
Abstract
Summary:
The project examines the effect of minimal additional language exposure on non-linguistic aspects of cognition in children. Specifically, the project examines the development of cognitive control (executive functions) in English speaking children with minimal exposure to a second language (Welsh) in school, in comparison with their monolingual peers.
The study aims to address central questions in the field regarding benefits of bilingualism, specifically in relation to enhancement of executive functions. Outputs are expected to inform current theoretical and methodological controversies.
The project examines the effect of minimal additional language exposure on non-linguistic aspects of cognition in children. Specifically, the project examines the development of cognitive control (executive functions) in English speaking children with minimal exposure to a second language (Welsh) in school, in comparison with their monolingual peers.
The study aims to address central questions in the field regarding benefits of bilingualism, specifically in relation to enhancement of executive functions. Outputs are expected to inform current theoretical and methodological controversies.
Organisations
People |
ORCID iD |
| Bethan Collins (Student) |
Studentship Projects
| Project Reference | Relationship | Related To | Start | End | Student Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ES/P00069X/1 | 01/10/2017 | 30/09/2027 | |||
| 2583767 | Studentship | ES/P00069X/1 | 01/10/2021 | 31/12/2024 | Bethan Collins |