Language Use in Southeast Asia

Present Realities and Future Trends

276 Seiten, Hardcover

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

Chew, Shangeetha and Pillai offer valuable insights into the future of language use and development in Southeast Asia, one of the most diverse and culturally rich regions with differing socio-economic and political ecologies.Through a rich tapestry of perspectives, the chapters provide an analysis of the current and future trajectories of language use; examining English's role as a lingua franca and its implications for communication across diverse communities. It also delves into the preservation and revitalisation of endangered Indigenous languages, shedding light on their cultural, environmental and societal importance. Additionally, the book explores how migration, internationalisation, and technology are transforming linguistic practices and shaping language education. Readers will gain insights into how different forces are influencing communication, identity, and societal development in a globalised world.With each chapter offering in-depth case studies and research, it is an essential resource for academics and scholars of both sociolinguistics and Southeast Asian studies. It is also valuable to linguists, educators and policymakers who are engaged in the planning of language teaching and learning.

• Reihe: Routledge Studies in Sociolinguistics
• Themen: Gesellschaft und Sozialwissenschaften Gesellschaft und Kultur, allgemein Soziale und ethische Themen Migration, Einwanderung und Auswanderung
• ISBN: 9781041107484
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 07.08.2026
• Größe: 234 x 156 mm
• Verlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd
• Herausgegeben von: Stefanie Pillai, Shin Yi Chew, R. K. Shangeetha