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Socioeconomic Status and Its Impact on Language Development in Preschool Children in South Sudan 社会经济地位及其对南苏丹学龄前儿童语言发展的影响

International Journal of Linguistics Pub Date : 2024-06-02 DOI: 10.47604/ijl.2630

Ayen Akol

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Gender Differences in Language Acquisition Patterns among Adolescents in Japan 日本青少年语言习得模式的性别差异

International Journal of Linguistics Pub Date : 2024-06-02 DOI: 10.47604/ijl.2628

Ayaka Tanaka

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Language Policy and Its Influence on Language Maintenance among Indigenous Communities in New Zealand 语言政策及其对新西兰土著社区语言维护的影响

International Journal of Linguistics Pub Date : 2024-06-02 DOI: 10.47604/ijl.2632

Isla Wilson

{"title":"Language Policy and Its Influence on Language Maintenance among Indigenous Communities in New Zealand","authors":"Isla Wilson","doi":"10.47604/ijl.2632","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.47604/ijl.2632","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose: The aim of the study was to analyze the language policy and its influence on language maintenance among indigenous communities in New Zealand \u0000Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries. \u0000Findings: Research on language policy and its impact on language maintenance among Indigenous communities in New Zealand found that supportive policies, community involvement, and adequate resources were vital for preserving Indigenous languages. Active community participation in policy development was crucial, along with the availability of resources like bilingual education and cultural materials. Recognition of Indigenous languages as official languages alongside English also contributed to their preservation. \u0000Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Language ecology theory, critical language policy theory & language rights theory may be used to anchor future studies on analyze the language policy and its influence on language maintenance among indigenous communities in New Zealand. Educational practices should emphasize the importance of bilingual and multilingual education programs that incorporate Indigenous languages alongside dominant languages in formal schooling contexts. Policy recommendations should advocate for the recognition and protection of Indigenous language rights within national and international legal frameworks.","PeriodicalId":512580,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Linguistics","volume":"23 8","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-06-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141273082","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Influence of Bilingualism on Cognitive Abilities in Children in China 双语对中国儿童认知能力的影响

International Journal of Linguistics Pub Date : 2024-06-02 DOI: 10.47604/ijl.2631

Zhang Yan

{"title":"Influence of Bilingualism on Cognitive Abilities in Children in China","authors":"Zhang Yan","doi":"10.47604/ijl.2631","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.47604/ijl.2631","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose: The aim of the study was to analyze the influence of bilingualism on cognitive abilities in children in China. \u0000Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries. \u0000Findings: Research on bilingualism and cognitive abilities in children in China has indicated several significant findings. Studies suggest that bilingualism can enhance executive functioning skills, such as cognitive flexibility and attention control, leading to improved problem-solving abilities. Additionally, bilingual children often demonstrate advanced metalinguistic awareness and language development, with proficiency in both their native language and a second language. \u0000Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Bilingual advantage hypothesis, socio-cultural theory & neuroplasticity theory may be used to anchor future studies on influence of bilingualism on cognitive abilities in children in China. Implement evidence-based instructional strategies educators should incorporate evidence-based instructional strategies that capitalize on the cognitive benefits of bilingualism. Advocate for bilingual education policies. Policymakers should advocate for the implementation of bilingual education policies that support language minority students' cognitive development.","PeriodicalId":512580,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Linguistics","volume":"48 9","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-06-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141273727","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Effect of Cultural Factors on Speech Perception in Multilingual Contexts in United Kingdom 文化因素对英国多语言环境中语音感知的影响

International Journal of Linguistics Pub Date : 2024-06-02 DOI: 10.47604/ijl.2629

Emily Brown

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English Language Teaching & Saudi Arabia Vision (2030): A Critical Scrutiny 英语教学与沙特阿拉伯愿景（2030 年）：批判性审视

International Journal of Linguistics Pub Date : 2024-04-25 DOI: 10.5296/ijl.v16i2.21777

Amara Ndiaye, Farhad Ullah, Djyad Lebbada, Elsiddig Babiker Mohammed

{"title":"English Language Teaching & Saudi Arabia Vision (2030): A Critical Scrutiny","authors":"Amara Ndiaye, Farhad Ullah, Djyad Lebbada, Elsiddig Babiker Mohammed","doi":"10.5296/ijl.v16i2.21777","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5296/ijl.v16i2.21777","url":null,"abstract":"The primary purpose of this research paper has been to argumentatively and critically scrutinize how ELT and Vision 2030, due to their relational nature, have mutually impacted each other through the visible paradigm shift from the relatively long-established system of Teaching and learning English in the Kingdom to the 2030's educational target needs. In other words, the authors of this research investigate whether ELT influences the Saudi Vision regarding foreign language education or vice versa. The authors of this paper have based this research on their background knowledge and theoretical concepts underpinned by existing literature and research article analysis.The authors have found out through methodologies, curricula, Course contents, and course specifications that English Language Teaching has been considered one of the primary keys to achieving the Saudi Vision's clearly stated objectives. Due to the holistic approach of this Saudi strategic vision, the authors have discovered that English language teaching and English as a Foreign Language have not been sidelined but still appear to be moving at a very lethargic pace. Hence, there is an urgent need for the Saudi Arabia educational authorities to come up with ways to face some constraints weighing heavily on the vision’s success. In addition, this theoretical research has scrutinized the giant steps that Saudi Arabian authorities have been making in transitioning from a hybrid English Language Teaching system trapped for a long time in several sociocultural constraints to a more tailored and customized model in line with Vision 2030 target needs.","PeriodicalId":512580,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Linguistics","volume":"1 5","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-04-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140658400","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Contemporary Themes in J. K. Rowling's Harry Potter Fantasy Universe J. K. 罗琳《哈利-波特》奇幻世界中的当代主题

International Journal of Linguistics Pub Date : 2024-04-25 DOI: 10.5296/ijl.v16i2.21860

Saif Ali Abbas Jumaah

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An Analysis and Comparison of the Differences in the Realization of Interpersonal Functions in Different Political Keynote Speeches 不同政治主旨演讲中人际功能实现差异的分析与比较

International Journal of Linguistics Pub Date : 2024-04-25 DOI: 10.5296/ijl.v16i2.21754

Zijun Shen, Mingting Zhao

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An Analysis of the Ambiguity-triggering Erho Expressions in Sichuan Dialect of Mandarin Chinese 普通话四川方言中引发歧义的二呼表达分析

International Journal of Linguistics Pub Date : 2024-04-25 DOI: 10.5296/ijl.v16i2.21744

Tao Xie

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Gender Doublets as a Mark of Gender Inclusive Language: An Experimental Study on Language Processing 性别双关语是性别包容性语言的标志：语言处理实验研究

International Journal of Linguistics Pub Date : 2024-02-08 DOI: 10.5296/ijl.v16i1.21597

Laura Nadal, Antonella Bove

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