LING6031 Multilingualism

Dr. Hanbo Liao

MA Elective course. Sem 2
Thu 09:30 am – 12:20 pm
Venue: CPD 2.16

Course Description

This course provides a broad overview of issues pertinent to multilingualism, with an emphasis on the linguistic, social and cultural diversity of multilingual societies. Theories and approaches to the study of multilingualism will be illustrated by different multilingual settings around the world, with special focus on Hong Kong and Asian contexts. Topics related to the linguistic consequences of multilingualism include diglossia, code-switching and language change. We also look at educational issues created by multilingualism and how they are resolved.

Course Details

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Assessment:
100% Coursework

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Event Timeslots (1)

THU
9:30 am - 12:20 pm
CPD 2.16