Handbook of Multilingualism and Multilingual Communication
Author | : Peter Auer |
Publisher | : Walter de Gruyter |
Total Pages | : 606 |
Release | : 2008-09-25 |
ISBN-10 | : 9783110198553 |
ISBN-13 | : 311019855X |
Rating | : 4/5 (55X Downloads) |
Download or read book Handbook of Multilingualism and Multilingual Communication written by Peter Auer and published by Walter de Gruyter. This book was released on 2008-09-25 with total page 606 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume is an up-to-date, concise introduction to bilingualism and multilingualism in schools, in the workplace, and in international institutions in a globalized world. The authors use a problem-solving approach and ask broad questions about bilingualism and multilingualism in society, including the question of language acquisition versus maintenance of bilingualism. Key features: provides a state-of-the-art description of different areas in the context of multilingualism and multilingual communication presents a critical appraisal of the relevance of the field, offers solutions of everyday language-related problems international handbook with contributions from renown experts in the field