Saving languages an introduction to language revitalization

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Multilingual Education and Policy Linguistics and Language Studies Linguistic and Sociocultural Studies

Abstract

Drawing on extensive case studies, the book highlights central issues such as literacy, policy decisions, and allocation of resources, providing the essential tools for a successful language revitalization program, such as setting and achieving realisticgoals, and anticipating and resolving common obstacles.

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