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Cross-cultural similarities and variations in parent-child value ... nature.com Nov 26, 2025 3 facts
claimParents value multilingualism as a tool to prepare children to adjust to and embrace additional languages introduced in formal school settings, rather than as a preference for using foreign languages as a primary medium of instruction.
claimThe increasing access to European language online content and television, combined with limited local language content and children's ability to unconsciously learn new languages, suggests that supporting multilingualism may be a natural part of globalization and the evolution of parent-child value transmission.
measurementThe values of multilingualism, humility, and assertiveness were reported in 50% of the 12 countries studied.
The Role of Language in Shaping Social Identity and Cultural ... aithor.com Apr 24, 2025 2 facts
claimMultilingualism (or bilingualism) is categorized into knowledge of two codes, such as an ancestral code and a dominant state language, or knowledge of more than two codes.
claimLiterature on multilingualism and identity often emphasizes the symbolic role of specific dialects, where members of a group assert their identity by seeking assistance or attending formal classes for heritage language maintenance.
Speaking Self: How Language Molds Our Identity and Shapes Our ... voccent.medium.com Nov 5, 2023 2 facts
The multilingual profile and its impact on identity - ScienceDirect.com sciencedirect.com 1 fact
claimFor a multilingual individual, spoken languages can contribute to self-image to an equal extent, or one specific language may hold a higher self-identificatory value than others.
Exploring the Influence of Language on Identity and Perception thespanishgroup.org Sep 20, 2025 1 fact
claimMultilingual individuals may experience different emotional states, such as pride or nostalgia, when switching languages because different languages provide distinct channels for expressing different facets of the self.
How Is Language Connected to Identity? → Question lifestyle.sustainability-directory.com Sep 13, 2025 1 fact
claimBrain imaging studies suggest that multilingualism influences brain structure and function, which may impact cognitive flexibility and perspective-taking abilities.