THE EVER-CHANGING FACE OF BILINGUALISM
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概要
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This paper is divided into two parts dealing with bilingual issues. In the first section, certain relatively well-known facts about bilingualism are briefly mentioned in order to impart to the reader only things that are absolutely necessary for the understanding of this most complex area of study. The 2nd section of this paper deals with some historical facts that have to do with the American experiences in bilingualism and efforts made, both supporting bilingualism and monolingualism. The reader will note, at the outset, that bilingualism is not a new topic. It has been around for thousands of years, and many nations and peoples have endeavored to deal with it. It is an on-going issue. It will also become readily apparent that this brief paper is not a complete dissertation about all of the issues involved in bilingualism. Indeed, for brevity's sake, only certain things have been dealt with. Not everything involved in bilingual studies has been dealt with here. That is re-served for the huge tomes of knowledge concerning this topic. It will emphasize how America flip-flopped, first accepting bilingualism then rejecting it in the form of 'English only', monolingualism for the sake of national security. Bilingualism, again, is taking center stage these days. It is hoped that this brief paper will introduce bilingual matters and concerns to the reader. It is further hoped that it will inspire a deeper look and investigation into this issue. Indeed, the use of two (or more!) languages is here at present.
- 2006-12-20