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    Assessing Dual Language Learners with Primary Language Impairments: Developing an assessment approach

    Li'el N 2017.pdf (1.982Mb)
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    Authors
    Li’el, Naomi
    Date
    2017
    Supervisor
    Assoc. Prof. Cori Williams
    Type
    Thesis
    Award
    MPhil
    
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    Faculty
    Health Sciences
    School
    School of Psychology and Speech Pathology
    URI
    http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11937/59687
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    Abstract

    Identification of primary language impairment (PLI) among bilingual children (Dual Language Learners [DLLs]) poses a widespread challenge for speech language pathologists in Australia. This thesis tests the diagnostic accuracy of an innovative assessment approach using indirect (parent questionnaire) and direct (language processing tasks) assessment tools in English alone. Results demonstrate the potential of this approach and contribute to the understanding of the unique language profiles of typically developing DLLs as well as DLLs with PLI.

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