Language Documentation and Preservation

Strategies and initiatives to support the revival and strengthening of languages at risk of disappearing.

Techniques for collecting and analyzing linguistic data directly from native speakers, often within their community setting.

Best practices for preserving language data in accessible and durable formats for future research and revitalization efforts.

The creation and standardization of writing systems for languages that traditionally lack them, facilitating written communication and documentation.

Educational and community-driven programs aimed at encouraging the use and transmission of native languages.

Development of speech recognition and synthesis tools that support language use in technology for less common languages.

The craft of compiling dictionaries and other lexical resources which are crucial for language study and preservation.

Investigation of the relationship between language, culture, and society, especially for languages facing extinction.

Collaborative efforts between linguists and indigenous communities in language documentation and revitalization.

Resources and financial support available for projects dedicated to preserving and sustaining minoritized languages.

The study and development of policies designed to protect and promote endangered languages legally.

Interactive tools and digital media used in the teaching and learning of endangered languages.

Curricular design and pedagogical strategies that incorporate endangered languages into educational systems.

The legal and moral rights related to the use and preservation of native languages against discrimination.

Study of the cultural dimensions of language and the insights it provides into the speakers' worldview and culture.

Online databases, mobile apps, and software tools developed to aid in the study and survival of minority languages.