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Whalen, D. H.; Simons, Gary F. – Language, 2012
Linguists have increased their documentation efforts in response to the sharp decline in the number of languages. Greater awareness and new sources of funding have led to an upsurge in language documentation. While individual languages make unique contributions to the world's linguistic heritage, language families, by virtue of their shared…
Descriptors: Language Maintenance, Linguistics, Foreign Countries, Language Research
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Dorian, Nancy C. – Language, 1993
Four points in Ladefoged's discussion note in "Language" (v68 March 1992) are examined: arguments based on political considerations; the cost of giving up a native language to join a dominant language; the responsibility of a linguist in supporting the loss of a particular language; and the task of the linguist. (one reference) (LB)
Descriptors: Ethics, Language Maintenance, Language Research, Language Skill Attrition