Complexity, adherence, and nimbleness: Language ideology in a Canadian college
| dc.contributor.advisor | White, Melissa | |
| dc.contributor.advisor | Rose, Sherry Lynn | |
| dc.contributor.author | Beres, Kyle | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2025-04-30T18:10:26Z | |
| dc.date.available | 2025-04-30T18:10:26Z | |
| dc.date.issued | 2025-03 | |
| dc.description.abstract | Current Canadian language ideology, rooted in settler colonial and linguistic practices, imposes an English standard that discriminates against multilingual international students. This study sought to examine the pervasiveness and reproduction of standard language ideology in a Canadian college. A critical discourse analysis case study was conducted and included interviews with leaders responsible for language and diversity policies, practices, and procedures and analysis of relevant documents. Using inductive, open coding, four themes emerged: 1. complexity of language beliefs, 2. lack of official language policy, 3. adhering to language standards is crucial for student success, and 4. support is an institutional priority, which were triangulated with power, linguicism, and theory of ideology. These findings highlight how language ideology is complex and challenges and reinforces hegemonic norms. Further research is needed to deepen understanding of language ideology and how the institution can embrace global Englishes and reduce unconscious language oppression. | |
| dc.description.copyright | © Kyle Beres, 2025 | |
| dc.format.extent | ix, 220 | |
| dc.format.medium | electronic | |
| dc.identifier.uri | https://unbscholar.lib.unb.ca/handle/1882/38287 | |
| dc.language.iso | en | |
| dc.publisher | University of New Brunswick | |
| dc.rights | http://purl.org/coar/access_right/c_abf2 | |
| dc.subject.discipline | Education | |
| dc.title | Complexity, adherence, and nimbleness: Language ideology in a Canadian college | |
| dc.type | master thesis | |
| oaire.license.condition | other | |
| thesis.degree.discipline | Education | |
| thesis.degree.grantor | University of New Brunswick | |
| thesis.degree.level | masters | |
| thesis.degree.name | M.Ed. |