Language Learning, Language Revitalization and Social Action
Code: LING182
Apply this course towards:
Indigenous Language Revitalization
Course description
In this course, you’ll examine formal and informal approaches to language teaching and learning in Indigenous community settings. Topics include:
- forms of language acquisition
- Indigenous teaching and learning strategies
- how strategies are related to community needs and goals
- the role of community and community members in teaching and learning
The emphasis is on strategies for mobilizing social and political forces for language maintenance and revival.
How to register
Courses within the Certificate in Indigenous Language Revitalization are currently only offered within program cohorts and community partnerships. The occasional course is offered on campus. To be added to the interest list, please contact the Program Coordinator for more information at cilr@uvic.ca or 250-721-8504.
RELATED TOPICS: Indigenous Language and Culture