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Embracing the “other” tongue as the quickest path to harmony

Eriko Sato

Abstract

The rise of English as a lingua franca has undeniably facilitated communication in global contexts and within multilingual societies. Yet, it has paradoxically given rise to social disparities and divisions, invoking profound ethical and philosophical inquiries. Simultaneously, the rise of English has posed a formidable challenge to language programs dedicated to teaching languages other than English (LOTE). This paper elucidates the pivotal role of LOTE instruction in mitigating linguistic discrimination while concurrently forging pathways toward diversity and inclusion.


Keywords

culture; language; identity; multilingualism; globalization; discrimination; ideology; education

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.59400/fps.v1i1.230
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