Preface: Language in a Multilingual World: Facing Global Challenges and Societal Needs
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Dec 31, 2023
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Rhetorical implications, Cultural identity Construction, Effective Communication, Traditional gender stereotypes, Nigerian popular music, Africanising the flavours of Osundare’s poetry, Song lyrics, Reading/Speaking fluency
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The five articles featured in this issue address diverse domains, employ a range of methodologies, and present varied analytical perspectives. Nevertheless, collectively, they underscore the extensive scope and profound depth that inherently define linguistic and cultural research. Accordingly, by presenting their findings on subjects pertaining to multilingualism and languages for specific purposes, it is anticipated that these contributions will provide substantial value to the broader scholarly community.
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Ondondo, E. A. (2023). Preface: Language in a Multilingual World: Facing Global Challenges and Societal Needs. International Journal of Multilingualism and Languages for Specific Purposes , 5(02), 8-12. https://doi.org/10.52919/ijmlsp.v5i02.70
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