Factors Affecting Language Acquisition-Gisselle Martin, Megan Erb, and Kylie Cox by Gisselle Martin

Linguistic

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complexity of the language's sound system (phonology)
grammatical structure (syntax)
vocabulary size (lexicon)
relationship between sounds and meaning (semantics)

Cognitive

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Our cognitive ability helps us use our working memory, declarative and procedural memory, and processing speed to learn a second language.

Cognitive

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When we are babies we lack neuron connections. As we experience the world and our parent speak to us, our brain forms connections that allow us to relate sounds to meaning (aka language).

Linguistic

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vocabulary similarities and differences between language one and two
native language influence on pronunciation
differing sentence structures
differing structure of words (prefixes and suffixes)
grammatical complexity

Physical effects on Language Learning

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The physical environment of a child plays a large role in word association and language development. Toddlers are consistently taking in their physical environment and listening for identifying words. A study done by Waisman Center found that children were able to learn word assessment more successful when they were provided with physical objects that aided them. This shows that physical factors plays a significant role in early language development. https://www.waisman.wisc.edu/2024/01/24/how-physical-environment-shapes-language-learning-in-toddlers/

Affective/Emotional

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Speaking to your children, reading books about emotions, and modeling practices can help children develop and make an emotionally descriptive vocabulary.

Affective/Emotional

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Second language learners often use techniques such as "listening to your body", making checklists, and writing daily diary entries.

Socio-Cultural

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amount and quality of verbal interactions at home
access to language-rich environments such as large libraries
expectations regarding communication of children
frequency of social interaction
parental education level (complexity of language spoken at home)
exposure to multiple languages

Physical

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Learning a second language can be a stressful experience. The stress of this can result in shaky hands, headaches and fatigue. Despite the fact that learning an secound language can sometimes be a stressful situation, there are also several beneficial physical effects. Learning a second language is great for your brain and can increase white matter activity within the brain. https://www.cambridge.org/elt/blog/2022/04/29/learning-language-changes-your-brain/#:~:text=This%20system%20coordinates%20communication%20between,actually%20boosts%20their%20brain's%20reserves.

Political Factors

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Many different political factors can come into play when learning a second language such as DEI initiatives and political stereotypes.

Socio-Cultural

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peers' language proficiency in target language
ethnicity and identity
communication with native speakers
language proficiency of family members

political

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Different school systems and political climates can affect early language development. The way that children interact with their first language is largely dependent on the political climate of the country they live in. https://study.com/academy/lesson/political-factors-in-second-language-development.html