Review article: Research on first language attrition of morphosyntax in adult bilinguals

Gürel, Ayşe

doi:10.1177/0267658308093611

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“…Though Altenberg's case-study was based on a small sample size, this conclusion seems to be the consensus among many scholars (see Schmid, 2011 , p. 122 for discussion). Gürel ( 2008 ) claims that any change in L1 properties can only be triggered by certain L2 forms, as long as they are less complex in the L2 than in the L1, which is generally linked to simplification (see also Seliger, 1989 , 1996 ). On that note, the conclusion is that the integration of the two languages causes L1 and L2 rules to compete, if they are linguistically comparable, which is more likely when the two languages are typologically similar (Köpke, 2007 ; Paradis, 2007 ).…”

Section: Typological Proximity In the Context Of L2 Processing And L1mentioning

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“…Thus, any measurable difference in behavior would be shown in an intra-group comparison between null and overt conditions, which indicates the preferences of each group, followed by an inter-group comparison of these preferences. To the extent that there is a link between typological similarity and L1 attrition as has been suggested, whereby the closer the L1 and the L2 are typologically, the more likely the L1 will show signs of the L2 syntax (e.g., Altenberg, 1991 ; Gürel, 2008 ; Schmid, 2011 among others), we propose:…”

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“…We take advantage of the typological relatedness between BP and EP to test whether the proximity between the L1 and the L2 can contribute to L1 attrition, as has been previously argued (e.g., Altenberg, 1991 ; Gürel, 2008 ). Moreover, we make use of these languages' largely shared lexicon to determine whether lexical priming can trigger syntactic co-activation of the L1 (Hartsuiker et al, 2004 ) or its inhibition, leading to target-like L2 processing (Miller, 2014 ; Hopp, 2016 ).…”

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On the Directionality of Cross-Linguistic Effects in Bidialectal Bilingualism

2017

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This study explores the interpretation of null and overt object pronouns by Brazilian Portuguese (BP) and European Portuguese (EP) bidialectal bilinguals. Object pronouns are a particularly good domain to examine, given that, particularly with respect to null objects, the underlying syntax as well as the semantic and discourse constraints that regulate their distributions in the two varieties are superficially different but inherently similar. We test the extent to which native BP speakers who moved to Portugal in adulthood and have lived there for a considerable time display cross-linguistic influence in either direction. Each subject is tested twice, once in BP mode and once in EP mode, which allows us not only to test if they have acquired the EP target structure but also to test the extent to which acquisition of EP might have consequences for the same domain in BP. Our results show that the high degree of typological proximity between the L1 and the L2 may contribute to L1 attrition and hinder target-like performance (i.e., processing) of L2 properties. We relate the findings to key theoretical questions and debates within the context of the larger field of bilingual studies, particularly with respect to L1 attrition and L2 acquisition.

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Section: Typological Proximity In the Context Of L2 Processing And L1mentioning

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On the Directionality of Cross-Linguistic Effects in Bidialectal Bilingualism

2017

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“…L1 attrition of grammar has been previously shown in the form of intrusion effects of the L2 grammar on the L1 grammar as well as reductions and simplifications in the L1 morphosyntactic system in both production and comprehension modalities (e.g. Altenberg, 1991;Ben Rafael, 2004;Gürel, 2004;Schmid, 2014;Kasparian et al, 2017; for a review, see Gürel, 2008).…”

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First Language Attrition: What It Is, What It Isn’t, And What It Can Be

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This review aims at clarifying the concept of first language attrition by tracing its limits, identifying its phenomenological and contextual constraints, discussing controversies associated with its definition, and suggesting potential future directions. We start by reviewing different definitions of attrition as well as associated inconsistencies. We then discuss the underlying mechanisms of first language attrition and review available evidence supporting different background hypotheses. Finally, we attempt to provide the groundwork to build a unified theoretical framework allowing for generalizable results. To this end, we suggest the deployment of a rigorous neuroscientific approach, in search of neural markers of first language attrition in different linguistic domains, putting forward hypothetical experimental ways to identify attrition's neural traces and formulating predictions for each of the proposed experimental paradigms. JEL Classification: Z.

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“…Such results suggest that the categorical distinction that is often drawn between the L1 and the L2 is questionable. Moreover, concerning the relative vulnerability of different linguistic sub-systems, certain parts of the lexicon have been found to be more vulnerable than certain parts of morpho-syntax (Köpke & Nespoulous, 2001); or, in Universal Grammar (UG) terms, syntax-related interfaces are vulnerable, while narrow syntax is impervious to L1 attrition (Montrul, 2004;Sorace, 2000; see also Gürel, 2008).…”

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Dynamics of first language attrition across the lifespan

Leeuw

Opitz

Lubińska

2013

International Journal of Bilingualism

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This special issue explores the relevance of Dynamic Systems Theory (henceforth DST) to research in first language attrition (henceforth L1 attrition). While research in L1 attrition has traditionally drawn on paradigms in other areas of linguistic enquiry, e.g. approaches current in L2 acquisition studies, important developments across a range of disciplines have paved the way for a fundamentally different conceptualisation of language development. In this special issue, DST guides our enquiry into L1 attrition, which we view as one specific dynamic process of change in language development.DST was first linked to L1 attrition by Herdina and Jessner (2002), and then further developed by de Bot, who suggested that DST provides 'a fresh and promising perspective on language attrition as a normal part of language development and not as a lamentable loss of what once was' (2004, p. 233). De Bot argued that a DST-based model of language development should be applicable to language attrition and that the theoretical underpinning of L1 attrition research would be strengthened by adopting this perspective (see also Ecke, 2004). However, de Bot also pointed to methodological challenges implicit in applying a DST perspective to L1 attrition. Here, one of the most salient challenges is actually testing DST, a feat yet to be accomplished. Nevertheless, eight years on, the purpose of this special issue is to present for the first time empirical research which has adopted the DST framework to study L1 attrition across the lifespan.In this introduction, two propositions related to the relevance of DST in L1 attrition research are discussed.

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Review article: Research on first language attrition of morphosyntax in adult bilinguals

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Cited by 17 publications

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On the Directionality of Cross-Linguistic Effects in Bidialectal Bilingualism

On the Directionality of Cross-Linguistic Effects in Bidialectal Bilingualism

First Language Attrition: What It Is, What It Isn’t, And What It Can Be

Dynamics of first language attrition across the lifespan

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