What is it about?
This study shows how language ideologies influence educational stakeholders' decisions including pedagogical decisions, such as language choice.
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Why is it important?
Several students who speak languages that are not considered legitimate in school settings are often excluded from knowledge construction. They rather receive knowledge coded in language(s) that are not those of their nurture, which they are still acquiring proficiency in. This practice excludes students from accessing literacy and content area knowledge necessary to excel in school.
Perspectives
Hidden language policies are often influenced by educational stakeholders beliefs.
Dr. Lydiah K. Kiramba
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
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This page is a summary of: Language ideologies and epistemic exclusion, Language and Education, February 2018, Taylor & Francis,
DOI: 10.1080/09500782.2018.1438469.
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