Language Policy and Modernity in Southeast Asia: Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand / Edition 1

by Antonio L. Rappa, Lionel Wee Hock An

Overview

This original piece of research considers the ways in which modernity challenges and informs the language policies of various Southeast Asians nations. It combines theoretical arguments from policy studies, language policy and political theory, with quantitative figures where necessary. Succinctly and clearly written, this volume fills the research gap on the topic while bringing up to date the various political, social, and policy developments.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781402045103
Publisher:	Springer US
Publication date:	02/23/2006
Series:	Language Policy Series , #6
Edition description:	2006
Pages:	166
Product dimensions:	9.21(w) x 6.14(h) x 0.44(d)

Table of Contents

The Federation of Malaysia.- The Republic of the Philippines.- The Republic of Singapore.- The Kingdom of Thailand.- Conclusion.