Thesis Abstract

<p> This research project aims to investigate the phonological development of children in multilingual families. It seeks to explore how exposure to multiple languages within the family environment influences the acquisition and development of phonological systems in children. The study will examine the interplay of linguistic input, language dominance, and cross-linguistic interactions in shaping the phonological development of multilingual children. By addressing the complexities of phonological development in multilingual contexts, the research aims to provide insights into the factors that contribute to the unique phonological profiles of children growing up in multilingual families. <br></p>

Thesis Overview

<p> </p><div><div><div><div><div>The phonological development of children in multilingual families is a complex and dynamic process shaped by the interplay of linguistic, cognitive, and social factors. This research project seeks to investigate the unique phonological trajectories of children growing up in multilingual environments, aiming to provide insights into the factors that influence their phonological development.</div><div>The study will delve into the influence of linguistic input on phonological acquisition, addressing the role of language exposure and the influence of multilingual input on the development of phonological systems in children. By examining the relationship between linguistic input and phonological acquisition, the research aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of how exposure to multiple languages within the family environment shapes the phonological development of multilingual children.</div><div>Furthermore, the research will explore the role of language dominance in shaping phonological patterns, addressing the phenomena of language dominance and phonological transfer, phonological interactions in multilingual language use, and phonological variation and language mixing. By investigating the influence of language dominance on phonological patterns, the study aims to provide insights into the complexities of phonological development in multilingual contexts.</div><div>The study will also address the factors influencing phonological development, including early intervention and auditory verbal therapy, the role of linguistic input and communication modes, and the cognitive and social factors that contribute to phonological development in multilingual children. By examining the factors influencing phonological development, the research aims to provide insights into the multifaceted nature of phonological acquisition in multilingual families.</div><div>Finally, the research will explore the implications for multilingual language development, including educational strategies for supporting phonological development, the intersection of multilingualism and speech-language pathology, and the cultural and societal considerations in phonological intervention. By examining the implications for multilingual language development, the study aims to provide insights into the practical and theoretical implications of phonological development in multilingual families.</div></div><div><div><div><div><div></div></div><div><div></div></div></div><div><div><div></div></div><div><div></div></div><div><div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><br> </div></div><br><p></p>