We are pleased to introduce the collection Frontiers in Psychology – Highlights in Cognition: Cognitive processes in the Second Language.
Studies of the cognitive processes involved in the use and acquisition of second Languages offer unique opportunities for us to develop a better understanding of complex processes such as embodied cognition or lateralization. Although it is readily understood that the acquisition of a second language can be affected by an individual’s cognitive abilities, there is still little known about the specific cognitive processes involved in more complex differences within various languages, such as second language learners encountering and understanding predicate metaphors for the first time, when their native language does not deal with the figurative usage of verbs. Studying the cognitive processes involved in both the acquisition and subsequent implementation of such complex language differences provides great insights into the plastic capabilities of our brain, such as increasing hemispherical connectivity to allow sufficient data transfer between hemispheres during acquisition and switching between native and Secondary language. This research topic will act as a platform for further studies into the cognitive processes related to all aspects of secondary languages as such research continues to offer practical insights into both mental processing, and pedagogy.
This collection will welcome and showcase a selection of articles about the Cognitive processes in the Second Language, authored by leaders in the field.
The work presented here highlights the broad diversity of research performed across the Cognition field and aims to put a spotlight on the main areas of interest.
This collection aims to further support Frontiers’ strong community by shining a spotlight on our authors' highly impactful research.
We are pleased to introduce the collection Frontiers in Psychology – Highlights in Cognition: Cognitive processes in the Second Language.
Studies of the cognitive processes involved in the use and acquisition of second Languages offer unique opportunities for us to develop a better understanding of complex processes such as embodied cognition or lateralization. Although it is readily understood that the acquisition of a second language can be affected by an individual’s cognitive abilities, there is still little known about the specific cognitive processes involved in more complex differences within various languages, such as second language learners encountering and understanding predicate metaphors for the first time, when their native language does not deal with the figurative usage of verbs. Studying the cognitive processes involved in both the acquisition and subsequent implementation of such complex language differences provides great insights into the plastic capabilities of our brain, such as increasing hemispherical connectivity to allow sufficient data transfer between hemispheres during acquisition and switching between native and Secondary language. This research topic will act as a platform for further studies into the cognitive processes related to all aspects of secondary languages as such research continues to offer practical insights into both mental processing, and pedagogy.
This collection will welcome and showcase a selection of articles about the Cognitive processes in the Second Language, authored by leaders in the field.
The work presented here highlights the broad diversity of research performed across the Cognition field and aims to put a spotlight on the main areas of interest.
This collection aims to further support Frontiers’ strong community by shining a spotlight on our authors' highly impactful research.