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Understanding Language Proficiency Levels and Cultural Influence in Bilingual Learning

This analysis explores the two types of language proficiency, Basic Interpersonal Communication Skills (BICS) and Cognitive/Academic Language Proficiency (CALP), along with cultural factors influencing language learning. It delves into the cognitive and academic aspects of language acquisition, highlighting the importance of cultural understanding in bilingual education.

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Understanding Language Proficiency Levels and Cultural Influence in Bilingual Learning

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  1. Analysis Synthesis Evaluation Knowledge Comprehension Application COGNATIVE DOMAIN (Surface features of native language) CULTURE Language 1 • TWO TYPES OF LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY • Basic Interpersonal Communication Skills (BICS) • Cognitive/Academic Language Proficiency (CALP) (takes 5-7 years) COGNATIVE/ ACADEMIC PROFICIENCY Dual Language Proficiency CONVERSATIONAL PROFICIENCY Figure 1 CALP BICS Source: Jim Cummins, 1989 Prepared by Ellen S. Cransnick, 1994 CULTURE Language 2 LANGUAGE PROCESS (Surface features of second language) Pronunciation Vocabulary Grammar

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