A Language For The World

Author : Rosemary C. Salomone
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 489 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2022
Category : English language
ISBN : 9780190625610

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The Rise of English by Rosemary C. Salomone Pdf

A sweeping account of the global rise of English and the high-stakes politics of languageSpoken by a quarter of the world's population, English is today's lingua franca- - its common tongue. The language of business, popular media, and international politics, English has become commodified for its economic value and increasingly detached from any particular nation. This meteoric "riseof English" has many obvious benefits to communication. Tourists can travel abroad with greater ease. Political leaders can directly engage their counterparts. Researchers can collaborate with foreign colleagues. Business interests can flourish in the global economy.But the rise of English has very real downsides as well. In Europe, imperatives of political integration and job mobility compete with pride in national language and heritage. In the United States and England, English isolates us from the cultural and economic benefits of speaking other languages.And in countries like India, South Africa, Morocco, and Rwanda, it has stratified society along lines of English proficiency.In The Rise of English, Rosemary Salomone offers a commanding view of the unprecedented spread of English and the far-reaching effects it has on global and local politics, economics, media, education, and business. From the inner workings of the European Union to linguistic battles over influence inAfrica, Salomone draws on a wealth of research to tell the complex story of English - and, ultimately, to argue for English not as a force for domination but as a core component of multilingualism and the transcendence of linguistic and cultural borders.

Author : Julie Tetel Andresen,Phillip M. Carter
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2016-01-19
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781118531259

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Languages In The World by Julie Tetel Andresen,Phillip M. Carter Pdf

This innovative introduction outlines the structure and distribution of the world’s languages, charting their evolution over the past 200,000 years. Balances linguistic analysis with socio-historical and political context, offering a cohesive picture of the relationship between language and society Provides an interdisciplinary introduction to the study of language by drawing not only on the diverse fields of linguistics (structural, linguist anthropology, historical, sociolinguistics), but also on history, biology, genetics, sociology, and more Includes nine detailed language profiles on Kurdish, Arabic, Tibetan, Hawaiian, Vietnamese, Tamil, !Xóõ (Taa), Mongolian, and Quiché A companion website offers a host of supplementary materials including, sound files, further exercises, and detailed introductory information for students new to linguistics

Author : Ulrich Ammon
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 684 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2019-08-08
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 9781351654890

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The Position of the German Language in the World by Ulrich Ammon Pdf

The Position of the German Language in the World focuses on the global position of German and the factors which work towards sustaining its use and utility for international communication. From the perspective of the global language constellation, the detailed data analysis of this substantial research project depicts German as an example of a second-rank language. The book also provides a model for analysis and description of international languages other than English. It offers a framework for strengthening the position of languages such as Arabic, Chinese, French, Portuguese, Spanish and others and for countering exaggerated claims about the global monopoly position of English. This comprehensive handbook of the state of the German language in the world was originally published in 2015 by Walter de Gruyter in German and has been critically acclaimed. Suitable for scholars and researchers of the German language, the handbook shows in detail how intricately and thoroughly German and other second-rank languages are tied up with a great number of societies and how these statistics support or weaken the languages’ functions and maintenance.

Author : Nicholas Ostler
Publisher : Harper Collins
Page : 541 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2011-03-22
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9780062047359

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Empires of the Word by Nicholas Ostler Pdf

Nicholas Ostler's Empires of the Word is the first history of the world's great tongues, gloriously celebrating the wonder of words that binds communities together and makes possible both the living of a common history and the telling of it. From the uncanny resilience of Chinese through twenty centuries of invasions to the engaging self-regard of Greek and to the struggles that gave birth to the languages of modern Europe, these epic achievements and more are brilliantly explored, as are the fascinating failures of once "universal" languages. A splendid, authoritative, and remarkable work, it demonstrates how the language history of the world eloquently reveals the real character of our planet's diverse peoples and prepares us for a linguistic future full of surprises.

Author : Abram De Swaan
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 366 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2013-05-29
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780745663463

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Words of the World by Abram De Swaan Pdf

This bold and accessible study of human languages and communication explores issues which are at the forefront of today's globalized society. The human species is divided into more than five thousand language groups that do not understand each other. And yet these groups constitute one coherent world language system, connected by multilingual speakers in a surprisingly powerful way. The chances of a language thriving depend on its position in the system. There are thousands of small, peripheral languages, each connected to one of a hundred central languages. The entire system is held together by one global language: English. A language is a ‘hypercollective' good: the more speakers it has, the higher its communication value for each one of them. Thus, when people think that a language is gaining new speakers, that in itself is a reason for them to want to learn it too. That is why, in an age of globalization, only a few languages remain for transnational communication and these often prevail even in national societies. This important book discusses a number of specific constellations in detail: India, Indonesia, Sub-Saharan Africa, South Africa and the European Union. De Swaan concludes by providing a sober but illuminating view of language policy in multilingual societies. This book will be essential reading for those studying sociology, communication studies and linguistics.

Author : Khawla Badwan
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 230 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2021-07-13
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9783030770877

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Language in a Globalised World by Khawla Badwan Pdf

This book takes a critical look at the role of language in an increasingly diversified and globalised world, using the new framework of 'sociolinguistics of globalisation' to draw together research from human geography, sociolinguistics, and intercultural communication. It argues that globalisation has resulted in a destabilisation of social and linguistic norms, and presents a ‘language-in-motion’ approach which addresses the inequalities and new social divisions brought by the unprecedented levels of population mobility. This book looks at language on the individual, national and transnational level, and it will be of interest to readers with backgrounds in history, politics, human geography, sociolinguistics and minority languages.

Author : Corinne A. Seals,Sheena Shah
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 241 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2017-09-18
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781317274049

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Heritage Language Policies around the World by Corinne A. Seals,Sheena Shah Pdf

Heritage language policies define the context in which heritage languages are maintained or abandoned by communities, and this volume describes and analyzes international policy strategies, as well as the implications for the actual heritage language speakers. This volume brings together heritage language policy case studies from around the world, foregrounding globalization by covering five regions: the Americas, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australasia. The countries profiled include the United States, Canada, Argentina, Norway, Sweden, Ireland, Uganda, Namibia, Morocco, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, New Zealand, Australia, and Fiji. This volume also highlights an expanded definition of ‘heritage language’, choosing to focus on individual and community identities, and therefore including both Indigenous and immigrant languages. Focusing specifically on language policy relating to heritage languages, the chapters address key questions such as Are heritage languages included or excluded from the national language policy discourse? What are the successes and shortcomings of efforts to establish heritage language policies? What is the definition of ‘heritage language’ in official usage by the local/regional government and stakeholders? How are these language policies perceived by the actual heritage language communities?

Author : David Crystal
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 227 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2012-03-29
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781107394605

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English as a Global Language by David Crystal Pdf

David Crystal's classic English as a Global Language considers the history, present status and future of the English language, focusing on its role as the leading international language. English has been deemed the most 'successful' language ever, with 1500 million speakers internationally, presenting a difficult task to those who wish to investigate it in its entirety. However, Crystal explores the subject in a measured but engaging way, always backing up observations with facts and figures. Written in a detailed and fascinating manner, this is a book written by an expert both for specialists in the subject and for general readers interested in the English language.

Author : John McWhorter
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2018-01-02
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1629976393

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Language Families of the World by John McWhorter Pdf

Author : Asya Pereltsvaig
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 297 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2012-02-09
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781107002784

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Languages of the World by Asya Pereltsvaig Pdf

Introduces readers to the rich diversity of human languages, familiarizing them with the variety of languages around the world.

Author : Susan J. Behrens,Judith A. Parker
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 661 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2010-05-13
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781136887253

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Language in the Real World by Susan J. Behrens,Judith A. Parker Pdf

Language in the Real World challenges traditional approaches to linguistics to provide an innovative introduction to the subject. By first examining the real world applications of core areas of linguistics and then addressing the theory behind these applications, this text offers an inductive, illustrative, and interactive overview for students. Key areas covered include animal communication, phonology, language variation, gender and power, lexicography, translation, forensic linguistics, language acquisition, ASL, and language disorders. Each chapter, written by an expert in the field, is introduced by boxed notes listing the key points covered and features an author’s note to readers that situates the chapter in its real world context. Activities and pointers for further study and reading are also integrated into the chapters and an end of text glossary is provided to aid study. Professors and students will benefit from the interactive Companion Website that includes a student section featuring comments and hints on the chapter exercises within the book, a series of flash cards to test knowledge and further reading and links to key resources. Material for professors includes essay and multiple choice questions based on each chapter and additional general discussion topics. Language in the Real World shows that linguistics can be appreciated, studied, and enjoyed by actively engaging real world applications of linguistic knowledge and principles and will be essential reading for students with an interest in language. Visit the Companion Website at www.routledge.com/textbooks/languagerealworld

Author : Cristina Ros i Solé
Publisher : Springer
Page : 148 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2016-11-21
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781137528537

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The Personal World of the Language Learner by Cristina Ros i Solé Pdf

This book presents a radical turn in Second Language Acquisition research by introducing a conceptual paradigm that challenges rationalist, instrumental and empiricist approaches to language learning theory. It argues for a shift in focus from measuring the effectiveness of language learning processes to humanising the language learning experience. This new paradigm explores the force of affect, the imagination and creativity and their roles in assembling language learners' intimate worlds. 'The personal' is reclaimed and acts as driving force for language learning and the sphere in which learners engage both their minds and bodies in a constant socialization of feelings and emotions. The author provides examples from real language learners using a variety of modern languages to provide insights on the kind of personal worlds that languages compel us to inhabit. This book will be of interest to those working with language learning and language education theory, language teachers, and researchers and students who are interested in issues of identity and intercultural communication in language learning.

Author : OECD
Publisher : OECD Publishing
Page : 470 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2012-04-24
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9789264123557

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Educational Research and Innovation Languages in a Global World Learning for Better Cultural Understanding by OECD Pdf

This book examines the links between globalisation and the way we teach and learn languages.

Author : Timothy Reagan
Publisher : IAP
Page : 249 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2022-02-01
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781648028403

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Democracy and World Language Education by Timothy Reagan Pdf

This book challenges the reader to consider issues of language and linguistic discrimination as they impact world language education. Using the nexus of race, language, and education as a lens through which one can better understand the role of the world language education classroom as both a setting of oppression and as a potential setting for transformation, Democracy and World Language Education: Toward a Transformation offers insights into a number of important topics. Among the issues that are addressed in this timely book are linguicism, the ideology of linguistic legitimacy, raciolinguistics, and critical epistemology. Specific cases and case studies that are explored in detail include the contact language Spanglish, African American English, and American Sign Language. The book also includes critical examinations of the less commonly taught languages, the teaching of classical languages (primarily Latin and Greek), and the paradoxical learning and speaking of “critical languages” that are supported primarily for purposes of national security (Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Russian, etc.).

Author : Wang, Ai-Ling
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 354 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2021-01-22
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781799828334

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Redefining the Role of Language in a Globalized World by Wang, Ai-Ling Pdf

Language, while seemingly static, is dynamic and ever-changing, necessitating adaptability in various fields of language studies. It is especially true in a globalized world and an information age. In the field of language and its applications, it is essential to reconsider and redefine existing issues and envision how the changes may have impacts on human beings and on the entire globe. Redefining the Role of Language in a Globalized World is an essential scholarly publication that explores the role language will play in a globalized world and how language changes over time through its interdependent relationship with technology. Featuring a wide range of topics such as bilingualism, native speaker prejudice, and social inequality, this book is essential for educators, linguists, researchers, curriculum designers, academicians, policymakers, librarians, and students.