About This Course

This course enables learners to develop and execute a language plan tailored to fulfill the specific needs of their community. It focuses on various objectives such as reclamation, revitalization, resurgence, education, and maintenance of Indigenous languages. The curriculum integrates the use of available and necessary resources, including human, financial, linguistic, and technological supports.

Course Description

Participants will engage with IDIL resources and events, contributing to and harnessing a global dialogue on language policy and planning. The course aims to be inclusive and accessible, featuring digital learning resources that do not demand high bandwidth or substantial infrastructure.

What Students Will Learn

• Policies and frameworks influencing Indigenous language rights and resource accessibility.
• Strategies for planning, developing, implementing, and assessing Indigenous language initiatives in various contexts.
• In-depth case studies provided by scholar-educators and community members involved in language projects.

Pre-requisites

None. This course is designed to be accessible to anyone with an interest in indigenous language policy and planning.

Course Coverage

• Understanding the impact of local, national, and global policies on indigenous languages.
• Developing community-centered language plans.
• Engagement with tools and frameworks for implementing language policies.
• Assessment techniques to measure the effectiveness of language policies.

Who This Course Is For

• Indigenous community members involved in developing language plans.
• Students and professionals in social sciences, public policy, and other related fields.
• Teachers, policymakers, and government officials interested in language policy.
• Development practitioners and workers in international aid and human rights organizations.

Application of Skills in Real-World

The skills gained from this course can be applied in various settings, including local community projects, educational reforms, policy formulation, and advocacy in indigenous rights. Graduates will be equipped to lead initiatives that promote and protect indigenous languages and culture, influencing both regional and international platforms.

Syllabus

Module 1: Language Policy

• Week 1: Introduction to Policy Frameworks
• Week 2: Case Studies and Applied Practice

Module 2: Language Planning

• Week 3: Strategies for Community-Driven Plans
• Week 4: Case Studies and Applied Practice

Module 3: Implementation

• Week 5: Implementation Strategies
• Week 6: Case Studies and Practice

Module 4: Assessment

• Week 7: Assessment Techniques
• Week 8: Case Studies and Practice