Language Policies in English-dominant Countries: Six Case StudiesMichael L. Herriman, Barbara Burnaby This text provides an analysis of current policies on language(s) in the USA, Canada, Britain, New Zealand, South Africa and Australia. The linguistic background of each country is examined along with the status of languages, as determined by statute or practice. Consequences for all languages and language education are also analyzed. |
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Language Policy in a Democratic South Africa | 15 |
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Conclusion | 60 |
Languages and Language Policy in Britain | 99 |
Language Policy in the United States | 122 |
Language Policies in Canada | 159 |
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