Review:
Language Ideology
overall review score: 4.2
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Language ideology refers to the beliefs, attitudes, and assumptions about language that shape how people understand and interact with language in society.
Key Features
- Influence on social norms and practices
- Impact on language policy and planning
- Intersection with power dynamics
- Shapes perceptions and interpretations of linguistic diversity
Pros
- Raises awareness of linguistic discrimination
- Promotes critical language analysis
- Encourages reflection on language and power dynamics
Cons
- Can perpetuate harmful stereotypes
- May reinforce linguistic hierarchies