Saving Languages
An Introduction to Language Revitalization
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- Authors:
- Lenore A. Grenoble, Dartmouth College, New Hampshire
- Lindsay J. Whaley, Dartmouth College, New Hampshire
- Date Published: October 2005
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- isbn: 9780511128738
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Language endangerment has been the focus of much attention and as a result, a wide range of people are working to revitalize and maintain local languages. This book serves as a general reference guide to language revitalization, written not only for linguists and anthropologists, but also for language activists and community members who believe they should ensure the future use of their languages, despite their predicted loss. Drawing extensively on case studies, it sets out the necessary background and highlights central issues such as literacy, policy decisions, and allocation of resources. Its primary goal is to provide the essential tools for a successful language revitalization program, such as setting and achieving realistic goals, and anticipating and resolving common obstacles. Clearly written and informative, Saving Languages will be an invaluable resource for all those interested in the fate of small language communities around the globe.
Read more- Aimed at non-specialists (activists, community leaders etc.) as well as specialists (linguists and anthropologists), so presented in a clear and jargon-free manner
- Includes an extensive discussion of the issues, and gives examples from a range of case studies
- Provides a step-by-step guide to creating a language revitalization program
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- Date Published: October 2005
- format: Adobe eBook Reader
- isbn: 9780511128738
- availability: This ISBN is for an eBook version which is distributed on our behalf by a third party.
Table of Contents
Preface
1. Language revitalization as a global issue
2. Issues in language revitalization
3. Models for revitalization
4. Case studies
5. Literacy
6. Orthography
7. Creating a language program
Appendix: online resources
References
Index of languages
General index.
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