Predicting Challenges to English as a Global Language in the 21st Century.

Bruthiaux, Paul

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ERIC Number: EJ653941

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 2002

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Predicting Challenges to English as a Global Language in the 21st Century.

Bruthiaux, Paul

Language Problems & Language Planning, v26 n2 p129-57 Sum 2002

Examines the likelihood of the dominant position of English coming under serious challenge as a world language. Discusses factors such as writing systems, standardization, and modernization.(Author/VWL)

Descriptors: English (Second Language), Foreign Countries, Language Dominance, Language Planning, Language Role, Language Standardization, Written Language

Publication Type: Information Analyses; Journal Articles; Opinion Papers

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Language: English

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