Language, Culture and Identity in Two Chinese Community Schools
Author | : Sara Ganassin |
Publisher | : Languages for Intercultural Company |
Total Pages | : 200 |
Release | : 2020 |
ISBN-10 | : 1788927222 |
ISBN-13 | : 9781788927222 |
Rating | : 4/5 (22 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: This book investigates the social, political and educational role of community language education in migratory contexts. It draws on an ethnographic study that investigates the significance of Mandarin-Chinese community schooling in Britain as an intercultural space for those involved. To understand the interrelation of 'language', 'culture' and 'identity', the book adopts a 'bricolage' approach that brings together a range of theoretical perspectives. This book challenges homogenous and stereotypical constructions of Chinese language, culture and identity - such as the image of Chinese pupils as conformist and deferent learners - that are often repeated both in the media and in academic discussion.