The Impact of Acquiring a Second Language on Cognitive Development

Abstract

It is vital to understand bilingualism to explain the benefits of having that skill in today's global society. Second language acquisition or bilingualism can be defined as the ability to understand and speak two languages fluently. The term can also be used to outline a society or individuals, and it might occur naturally under various environments or using guided instructions. A person may have equal proficiency in both languages, or one may remain to be dominant. There can be many theories connected to second language acquisition but all agree that mastering the basic components of a language is to understand that language. The essay will evaluate these differences and definitions and outline the role of teachers in second language acquisition. It will also cover the development of a child's cognitive abilities and learning, along with acquiring a second language. After that, it will discuss the benefits and implications of speaking more than one language and investigates how schools and families might assist in learning other languages