Jurnal Gramatika: Jurnal Penelitian Pendidikan Bahasa dan Sastra Indonesia
Vol 10, No 2 (2024)

Bilingual Development in Children with Autism: Benefits and Supporting Strategies

Yohan Kurniawan (Universiti Malaya| Scopus ID: 56120719300)
Wahyudi Rahmat (Universitas PGRI Sumatera Barat)
Ali Sorayyaei Azar (Universiti Malaya)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Oct 2024

Abstract

While bilingualism in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is often perceived as challenging due to social and communication limitations, recent studies reveal substantial benefits for cognitive and social development through bilingual learning. This article examines factors impacting bilingual language acquisition in children with ASD, including family language environment, language input quality, and communication strategies. Using a literature review methodology, this study integrates findings from recent research on autism and bilingualism, focusing on effective approaches to support dual-language learning. Results indicate that strategic bilingual education positively affects communication, enhances cognitive flexibility, and improves social skills among children with autism. Practical strategies, such as structured language exposure, consistent usage, and visual supports, are discussed to aid educators and caregivers in fostering bilingual proficiency. These insights suggest that bilingual education, when implemented with appropriate techniques, serves as a valuable tool for enriching the overall developmental trajectory of children with ASD, reinforcing the need for inclusive and adaptable language programs.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jurnal-gramatika

Publisher

Subject

Humanities Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

Description

Jurnal Gramatika: Jurnal Penelitian Pendidikan Bahasa dan Sastra Indonesia (2442-8485) & (2460-6316), well-known as GRAMATIKA, is an international forum for original research focused on identities as local contexts, like an identity in linguistics, identity in literature, and identity in language ...