Sociopolitical Issues in Language Instruction Ethnography of Language Policy: Methodology and Research Applications more

Sat, Nov 13, 12:45-13:10 Asia/Tokyo

The purpose of this presentation is to introduce the research methodology of ethnography of language policy (ELP). ELP applications are not limited to educational settings, and can investigate language policies in families, in companies, and multilingual workplaces. The presenter will explain the steps of how to conduct an ethnography of language policy and offer advice on possible pitfalls. Examples from an ongoing study will be used to help illustrate important features and possible problems.