Indicators in language policy and planning

Michele Gazzola; Gabriele Iannàccaro

Indicators in language policy and planning

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Abstract

This chapter explains the concepts of indicator, indicator system, and information system. It clarifies why indicators are central in the implementation and monitoring of language policy. It presents the methodology to decompose a complex concept into more constitutive dimensions and then into quantifiable indicators. It discusses the most important properties of a good indicator and indicator system. It presents some existing experiences in the use of indicators in LPP from different countries. Finally, this chapter shows how to apply indicators to the study of language policies promoting linguistic vitality of minority languages, and policies aimed at reducing linguistic unease.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	The Routledge Handbook of Language Policy and Planning
Editors	Michele Gazzola, François Grin
Publisher	Routledge
Chapter	22
Pages	331-348
Number of pages	18
ISBN (Print)	9781138328198
Publication status	Published (in print/issue) - 29 Sept 2023

Keywords

Language Policy
language planning
indicator
linguistic vitality
linguistic justice

UN SDGs

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Indicators in language policy and planning

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