An Introduction to Language Policy: Theories and Method is a collection of newly-written chapters that cover the major theories and methods currently employed by scholars active in the field.
provides an accessible introduction to the study of language policy research and language's role in social life
consists of newly commissioned essays written by internationally recognized scholars
helps define and describe a growing field of inquiry and is an authoritative source for students, scholars and researchers in linguistics,...
An Introduction to Language Policy: Theories and Method is a collection of newly-written chapters that cover the major theories and methods cur...
This volume articulates a new framework for language policy research that explores the connections between language policy and political economy. The chapters are united in their focus on English, a language that has enjoyed a reputation as a "global language" over the course of the last century and that is perceived as a tool for socioeconomic mobility. The book argues that adopting a new, political economic approach to language policy research will enhance our ability to provide more consistent explanations about the status, functions, benefits, and limitations of English in its various...
This volume articulates a new framework for language policy research that explores the connections between language policy and political economy. The ...
The field of language policy and planning has evolved over the past half century into a flourishing field of academic inquiry, with identifiable research agendas, methods, and findings. Edited by Thomas Ricento, alongside an editorial advisory group of five leading scholars, this new Routledge collection features all the key articles published, both foundational and critical scholarship, to provide a comprehensive documentary record of a vibrant academic area.
The field of language policy and planning has evolved over the past half century into a flourishing field of academic inquiry, with identifiable re...
This volume articulates a new framework for language policy research that explores the connections between language policy and political economy. The chapters are united in their focus on English, a language that has enjoyed a reputation as a "global language" over the course of the last century and that is perceived as a tool for socioeconomic mobility. The book argues that adopting a new, political economic approach to language policy research will enhance our ability to provide more consistent explanations about the status, functions, benefits, and limitations of English in its various...
This volume articulates a new framework for language policy research that explores the connections between language policy and political economy. The ...
Contemporary debates on immigration, multiculturalism, nationalism, and linguistic rights often find language policy scholars and political philosophers at odds. This book aims to assess the obstacles and build bridges between scholars of language policy and political theory with chapters by Stephen May, Ronald Schmidt, Jr., Daniel Weinstock, Thomas Ricento, Yael Peled and Peter Ives. Along with an introduction by the editors, the chapters map out the contours of the debates and potential contributions that political theory can make to language policy and vice-versa. The book offers an...
Contemporary debates on immigration, multiculturalism, nationalism, and linguistic rights often find language policy scholars and political philoso...
Explores the nature and effects of language politics on language minority communities in Canada and the United States, particularly with regard to educational policies. The book will be of interest to scholars in sociolinguistics, language revitalization, bilingual education, political science, American and Canadian studies, and language rights.
Explores the nature and effects of language politics on language minority communities in Canada and the United States, particularly with regard to edu...
