Code-switching and cognitive control: a review of current trends and future directions

Bilinguals frequently switch between their languages, a phenomenon known as code-switching (CS). CS is supposed to interact with cognitive control, making theories of cognitive control crucial for understanding bilinguals' CS behavior. This article reviews four prominent frameworks of cognitive...

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Published inFrontiers in language sciences Vol. 4
Main Authors Özkara, Basak, Cedden, Gülay, von Stutterheim, Christiane, Meyer, Patric
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Frontiers Media S.A 21.02.2025
Subjects
adaptive control hypothesis
bilingualism
code-switching
cognitive control
control process model
language entropy
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Summary:Bilinguals frequently switch between their languages, a phenomenon known as code-switching (CS). CS is supposed to interact with cognitive control, making theories of cognitive control crucial for understanding bilinguals' CS behavior. This article reviews four prominent frameworks of cognitive control as they pertain to CS. We critically assess each framework and examine empirical studies that test their predictions. In doing so, we highlight the strengths and limitations of these models, ultimately discussing their compatibility. We conclude by proposing avenues for future research and suggesting potential pathways toward developing a comprehensive framework of cognitive control in CS.
ISSN:2813-4605
2813-4605
DOI:10.3389/flang.2025.1515283