Introducing Multilingualism is an accessible introduction to the dynamic field of multilingualism. This learning resource focuses on important social and educational themes and offers a critical and societal approach.
Content and themes
The authors address established theories and encourage critical reflection on dominant views on integration, heritage, and language testing. The second, revised edition contains new chapters on multilingualism in new media, in the workplace, and within families.
Core topics
- Language as a social construct
- Language contact and variation
- Language and identity
- Difference between individual and societal multilingualism
- Translanguaging
- Flexible multilingual education
Suitable for
This learning resource is particularly suitable for undergraduate and postgraduate students who are delving into multilingualism for the first time. It is also valuable for use in education, in the workplace, and for self-study.
Language levels and specific languages such as French, Spanish, and NT2 are addressed integrally, so that a broad audience can benefit from it.
With diverse activities, quizzes, and global case studies, this book makes the complex material insightful and applicable. Intertaal guarantees reliable delivery with fast service.