Educational Linguistics in Practice : Applying the Local Globally and the Global Locally

This volume provides a state-of-the-art snapshot of language and education research and demonstrates ways in which local and global processes are intertwined with language learning, use, and policies. Reflecting but also expanding on Nancy Hornberger’s ground-breaking contributions to educational linguistics, this book brings together leading international scholars. Chapters present new research and cutting-edge syntheses addressing current theoretical and methodological issues in researching equity, access, and multilingual education. Organized around three central themes --- bilingual education and bilingualism, the continua of biliteracy, and policy and planning for linguistic diversity in education --- the volume reflects the holistic and dynamic perspective on language (in) education that is the hallmark of educational linguistics as a field.

Dr. Francis M. Hult is Professor of Education at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC).  His research explores multilingualism in policy and practice drawing upon ethnographic and discourse analytic approaches.  He has published widely on educational linguistics, language policy, and linguistic landscapes.  Recent books include Language Policy and Language Acquisition Planning (with Siiner and Kupisch) and Research Methods in Language Policy and Planning (with Johnson), with a second edition of the Handbook of Educational Linguistics (with Spolsky) forthcoming.

Kendall A. King is Professor of Multilingual Education and Associate Dean for Graduate Education and Faculty Development at the University of Minnesota, USA. She received the AAAL Distinguished Scholarship and Service Award for her work, which focuses on the educational and familial practices impacting language use, language learning and equity.