Multilingualism in a European Nation-State: Challenges in Sweden.

Boyd, Sally; Huss, Leena

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Publication Date: 2000

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Multilingualism in a European Nation-State: Challenges in Sweden.

Boyd, Sally; Huss, Leena

Current Issues in Language & Society, v7 n1 p1-12 2000

Introduces this special issue of the journal. Examines why there is a focus on Sweden, perspectives on the role of first languages in Sweden, historical perspective on historical and territorial minority language policy in Sweden, and the debate on the role of English. (Author/VWL)

Descriptors: English (Second Language), Foreign Countries, Language Minorities, Language Role, Multilingualism, Public Policy, Swedish, Uncommonly Taught Languages

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: Sweden

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