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This book provides an overview of language education in Malaysia, covering topics such as the evolution of the education system from pre-independence days to the present time, to the typology of schools, and the public philosophy behind every policy made in the teaching of languages. The book consists of chapters devoted to the teaching of languages that form separate strands but are at the same time connected to each other within the education system. These chapters discuss:
- Implementing the national language policy in education institutions
- English in language education policies and planning in Malaysia
- Chinese and Tamil language education in Malaysia
- Teaching of indigenous Malaysian languages
- The role of translation in education in Malaysia
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It also discusses the development of language which enables the national language, Malay, to fulfil its role as the main medium of education up to the tertiary level. This book will be of interest to researchers studying language planning, teacher education and the sociology of education, particularly, within the Malaysian context.
Editions of Languages in the Malaysian Education System
- EBook
- ISBN 9781317364214
- PDF
- ISBN 9781317364221
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This book provides an overview of language education in Malaysia, covering topics such as the evolution of the education system from pre-independence days to the present time, to the typology of schools, and the public philosophy behind every policy made in the teaching of languages. The book consists of chapters devoted to the teaching of languages that form separate strands but are at the same time connected to each other within the education system. These chapters discuss:
- Implementing the national language policy in education institutions
- English in language education policies and planning in Malaysia
- Chinese and Tamil language education in Malaysia
- Teaching of indigenous Malaysian languages
- The role of translation in education in Malaysia
?
It also discusses the development of language which enables the national language, Malay, to fulfil its role as the main medium of education up to the tertiary level. This book will be of interest to researchers studying language planning, teacher education and the sociology of education, particularly, within the Malaysian context.
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What is Languages in the Malaysian Education System about?
This book provides an overview of language education in Malaysia, covering topics such as the evolution of the education system from pre-independence days to the present time, to the typology of schools, and the public philosophy behind every policy made in the teaching of languages. The book consists of chapters devoted to the teaching of languages that form separate strands but are at the same time connected to each other within the education system. These chapters discuss:
- Implementing the national language policy in education institutions
- English in language education policies and planning in Malaysia
- Chinese and Tamil language education in Malaysia
- Teaching of indigenous Malaysian languages
- The role of translation in education in Malaysia
?
It also discusses the development of language which enables the national language, Malay, to fulfil its role as the main medium of education up to the tertiary level. This book will be of interest to researchers studying language planning, teacher education and the sociology of education, particularly, within the Malaysian context.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Languages in the Malaysian Education System?
Language and Linguistics > Linguistics > Psycholinguistics and cognitive linguistics > Bilingualism and multilingualism
Where can I read a sample of Languages in the Malaysian Education System?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781317364214
Is Languages in the Malaysian Education System part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Routledge Critical Studies in Asian Education
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Languages in the Malaysian Education System?
Asmah Haji Omar
Who is the Publisher of the book Languages in the Malaysian Education System?
Taylor and Francis
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Languages in the Malaysian Education System is available as ebook(ISBN 9781317364214) and pdf(ISBN 9781317364221)