Bibliographic Details
| Title: |
Taming the Cobra: English, Multilingualism, and Language Education in South Africa. A Comparison with Canada. |
| Language: |
English |
| Authors: |
Epstein, Ruth, Saskatchewan Univ., Saskatoon. Extension Div. |
| Peer Reviewed: |
N |
| Page Count: |
79 |
| Publication Date: |
1999 |
| Document Type: |
Reports - Research |
| Descriptors: |
Comparative Education, Educational Policy, Elementary Secondary Education, English, English (Second Language), Foreign Countries, Higher Education, Language Maintenance, Language Role, Multilingualism, Public Policy, Second Language Instruction, Uncommonly Taught Languages |
| Geographic Terms: |
Canada, South Africa |
| Abstract: |
A study investigated (1) the role of English as a language of power, and how it has affected multilingualism in Canada and South Africa, (2) the nature and implementation of South Africa's multilingual policy, (3) how South Africa's language education policy and policy implementation compare to those in Canada, (4) how South African language teachers approach English language education, multilingualism, and multiculturalism in education, and (5) ethical issues related to English language teaching in the two countries. Data were gathered through a review of publications and government documents and a visit to South Africa. Focus is on the status of endangered languages and the role played by English language education and policy in endangering them. Background information and documents on South African language policies and education are appended. Contains 56 references. (MSE) |
| Entry Date: |
2000 |
| Accession Number: |
ED434513 |
| Database: |
ERIC |
