Linguistic competence profile in 5- and 6-year-old children learning German as a second language

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https://doi.org/10.20453/rhr.v7i1.5495

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second language learning, linguistic competence, bilingual children, German language teaching

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The acquisition of the first language (L1) will determine the foundation for the development of the second language (L2). Therefore, it is vital to recognize the importance of adequate L1 learning and to facilitate the individual’s openness to new languages and worlds. Objective: To develop a descriptive analysis of the linguistic competence profile of Spanish-speaking children (L1) aged 5 and 6, who are in the process of learning German (L2) in a private educational institution in Miraflores. Materials and methods: The study was conducted with the participation of 34 Spanish-speaking children from the same institution. Moreover, children with neurological or other difficulties were excluded. The instrument used to assess linguistic competence was the Clinical Evaluation of Language Fundamentals (CELF-4), in a version adapted for Peru. Results: An average or above average score was obtained. Also, no statistically significant differences were found between sex and age in the dimensions of linguistic competence, with the exception of phonological knowledge according to sex. Conclusion: The linguistic competence of the sample was adequate for learning German (L2). Finally, it is recommended for future studies to use the same instrument in a shortened version, as well as to expand the sample size.

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Nelly Milagros Rojas Llerena, Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia. Lima, Perú.

   

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2024-06-30

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Rojas Llerena, N. M. (2024). Linguistic competence profile in 5- and 6-year-old children learning German as a second language. Revista Herediana De Rehabilitación, 7(1), 9–15. https://doi.org/10.20453/rhr.v7i1.5495

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Vol. 7 No. 1 (2024): Enero-junio

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