Vocabulary Development in Language Learning

These flashcards are designed to reinforce key concepts from the lecture on vocabulary development and its importance in educational settings, especially for multilingual learners.

What role does vocabulary play in education according to Inger Lindberg's article?

Vocabulary is a central factor for creating meaning in all teaching and is considered a key determinant of academic success.

According to the article, what challenge do multilingual students face in vocabulary development?

They often need to develop vocabulary in a second language that differs from their first language, sometimes relying on direct translations instead of forming new concepts.

What is the significance of vocabulary development in both first and second language acquisition?

It involves not just learning new words for known concepts, but also new ways to describe and categorize the world.

What is the estimated vocabulary size children should have by the beginning of school?

Children are estimated to have a vocabulary size of around 8,000 to 10,000 words at school start.

How does socioeconomic background affect children's vocabulary development?

Studies show significant variations in the number of words children are exposed to in their environments, which impacts later schooling.

What are the risks for students learning a second language in school?

They may have significantly smaller vocabularies than their peers who learn in their first language, which can put them at a disadvantage.

What is the expected vocabulary increase during school years?

It is generally noted that vocabulary can grow by about 3,000 words per year as students progress through school.

How does academic vocabulary differ from everyday vocabulary?

Academic vocabulary often includes more abstract and specialized words that are less common in everyday conversation.

Why is it important for multilingual students to continue developing their first language?

Continuing to develop their first language can support their overall learning and lexical development.

What kinds of strategies can support vocabulary development according to the article?

Utilizing graphic representations, word families, context clues, and interactive and supportive teaching methods are important.