BC Language Diversity Worksheet

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Name: ID: Read the Fact Sheet on Laguage Diversity in BC and Answer the questions below with your group. fpcc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Fact_Sheet_1_Language_Diversity.pdf 1. a) How many language families are in BC? Name 5. BC includes numerous of language families. Salishan, Wakashan, Athabascan, and Penutian are the "big five" languages. Sixth language family Algonquians. b) Is a language family the same as a language or dialect? Language families are not languages or dialects families are related languages having one progenitor. However, dialects are separate language varieties within language groups. Spoken and written languages show these differences (Bialystok, 2020). 2. Why is the number of language families in BC significant? Approximately how many are there in each of the other regions we have studied? BC has numerous language families, showing etymological assortment. BC's changed etymological families matter. Different language families occupy English Columbia. English Columbia's dialects exhibit its variety. Different spots have more dialects and less language families, showing more etymological closeness. 3.a) Why do you think BC has so much linguistic diversity? British Columbia's linguistic diversity is largely due to its many Indigenous communities, each with its own culture and language. The region's diverse geography, with many distinct villages, also contributes to this diversity. b) What does the fact sheet say? The information sheet may explain the factors that make British Columbia's languages diverse. c) What is meant by “biodiversity”? Check BC’s Biomes here: https://www.centralcoastbiodiversity.org/environment.html "Biodiversity" refers to the variety of living creatures in an ecosystem or location. It includes both the different plant and animal species and settings and ecosystems that may be found in an area. d) Is linguistic diversity a positive or negative? Why? Linguistic diversity is often seen favorably since it maintains a variety of worldviews and represents the wealth of different civilizations. However, losing it due to language death could destroy cultural legacy (Genesee, 2018). 4. a) What is the status of most Indigenous languages in BC today? Most British Columbia Indigenous languages are vulnerable and at risk of extinction BC has various ANTH 160 Language Diversity in BC Worksheet

Indigenous languages b) What factors led to this? Government policies, residential schools, urbanization, and cultural absorption killed Indigenous languages in British Columbia. Many causes contribute to British Columbia's Indigenous language demise. These are a few reasons indigenous languages died out. There are several (Genesee, 2018). c) Did the 2021 Canadian Census find that the number of indigenous language speakers is increasing or decreasing? Explain. https://www12.statcan.gc.ca/census-recensement/2021/as-sa/98-200- X/2021012/98-200-X2021012-eng.cfm The 2021 Canadian Census may show Indigenous language growth. 5. a) A cultural function of language is a purpose a language serves for the culture it is part of. Brainstorm three cultural functions of language: Language has the potential to fulfill a variety of cultural roles, some of the more notable of which are the consolidation of cultural identity, the telling of stories, and the transmission of traditional knowledge (Genesee, 2018). 6. A linguistic or language domain refers to the environments or situations where a language is spoken. In which domains are Indigenous languages spoken today? People in British Columbia continue to speak their native tongues in a wide range of circumstances, including at home, in communal settings, during language revitalization projects, and during traditional ceremonies 7. What do you think could be done to revitalize Indigenous languages in BC? There are many ways to revive Indigenous languages in British Columbia. These actions include sponsoring language immersion programs, creating language learning resources, supporting intergenerational language transmission, engaging communities in language revitalization, and more these are some of your many options (Genesee, 2018). 8. a) Take a look at the following Haida language resources: Haida Language Resource Evaluation Consider the following while assessing the pros and negatives of the Haida language resources: 1. Interactivity: Check if your resources have tests, activities, or speaking and listening practice. 2. Community Involvement: Ask if the Haida community or other experts support the contents this may boost credibility and authenticity. 3. Update frequency: Check to verify if the resources are updated frequently to stay current and reflect language changes. b) In your opinion, what are the strengths and weaknesses of these resources?

Evaluating resources individually is easier with direct access. However, materials' correctness, cultural relevance, and usability are strengths. Substance, engagement, and community involvement may be lacking. c) How could they be improved? You might suggest the following to improve the usefulness of these materials:  Expand the content: Deepen and expand lessons to incorporate more linguistic competencies and subjects.  Increase participation: Use interactive tasks, quizzes, and multimedia to interest students.  Engage the community: Work with native speakers and cultural specialists to ensure the resources authentically reflect Haida culture and language (Genesee, 2018).  Regular updates: To keep up with language and learner changes, update resources often. 9. If you were to stay in Canada and raise your children here, what steps would you take, if any, to preserve your language(s)? Why? To preserve your language in Canada, consider the following steps:  Exposure to the target language in as many situations as possible will help your kids learn. This requires encouraging children to speak that language at home. Immersion language-learning programs may help (Ochs, 2022).  Volunteering for community language and cultural programs indicates community involvement. Talk to local speakers and culture specialists to improve your language abilities.  Language teaching resources language-specific publications, apps, and online training improve language skills. Produce excellent language.  Culture-Context education explain the language's cultural and linguistic value and the importance of preserving it for future generations to your children.  Keep your language's oral histories, stories, and traditions alive. Be sure to document.  Support regional and international language preservation. Give to indigenous language and culture preservation programs (Ochs, 2022).  A declaration of identity, a history, and continual language use are needed to create a language- friendly environment.

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