Cette série explore les relations complexes entre la langue et la sphère mondiale. Elle examine comment les processus de mondialisation façonnent et remodèlent les paysages linguistiques à travers le monde. Chaque volume offre des perspectives profondes sur la nature évolutive de la communication et de l'identité dans un âge interconnecté. C'est une lecture essentielle pour quiconque s'intéresse à la manière dont la langue réagit à un monde en constante réduction.
The book examines the real-life journeys of L2 students participating in a faculty-led short-term study abroad program. It delves into the connections between intercultural awareness, sociopragmatic language development, and the process of identity reconstruction among young adult language learners. Through these experiences, the author highlights how immersion in foreign cultures enhances both language skills and personal growth.
Focusing on the critical themes of power and identity, this book explores contemporary sociology of language issues. It presents compelling evidence and illustrations that shed light on these topics, making it a significant resource for understanding the interplay between language, societal dynamics, and individual identity. An extensive bibliography further enriches the discussion, providing readers with additional avenues for research and exploration.
Focusing on contact between German and other languages, the contributors in this book analyze the ways in which language practices and discourses on language have changed since the end of the Cold War.
Exploring the intricate relationship between language and market forces, this volume challenges the prevailing negative perceptions of market impacts on sociolinguistics and applied linguistics. Through diverse case studies, including a call center in India and Sámi rap music, it presents a range of methodological approaches to illustrate how market processes influence language use and vice versa. The interdisciplinary nature of the work incorporates insights from economics, media studies, and cultural studies, offering a comprehensive examination of globalization's effects on language.
Focusing on identity amidst globalization and migration, the book utilizes narratives and memoirs from contemporary authors navigating multiple languages. It delves into the quest for belonging in new cultural landscapes, highlighting how language influences one's sense of identity and place within society.