Computer Languages and National Languages

1985 ◽  
pp. 16-19
Author(s):  
Vincent Walsh
Keyword(s):  
Computer Languages ◽  
National Languages

Language as a Factor in the New Identity Formation (Illustrated by Central Asian States)

2019 ◽  
pp. 175-187
Author(s):  
Tetiana Liashenko
Keyword(s):  
Central Asia ◽  
Russian Federation ◽  
Russian Language ◽  
Political Space ◽  
Sources Of Information ◽  
Positive Image ◽  
Central Asian ◽  
The Russian Federation ◽  
National Languages ◽  
The Russian Language

Attempts to build a “Russian world” within the former Soviet republics of Central Asia by introducing an idea of a single linguistic, cultural and political space with the Russian Federation are studied in the article. The threats to the Central Asian countries’ information space are analyzed. The data on gradual changing of orientations of the Central Asian states’ citizens when choosing sources of information is provided. It is concluded that the technologies of the Russian Federation’s propaganda in Central Asia are aimed primarily at the formation of the president of Russia positive image among the widest possible groups of population. Attempts to push so-called “the Russian world”, which already jeopardize global peaceful balance, are grounded, in particular, on a widespread use of the Russian language within the territories of the former USSR that serves to propagate an idea of a single linguistic, cultural and political space. At the same time, a revival and development of national languages and cultures are intensively ongoing in all new independent states. It provokes a confrontation that often causes points of tension and conflicts. A large number of the Russian media, including federal state editions, TV channels. the Sputnik news agency etc. operates in Central Asian information space. Using own controlled media, the Kremlin seeks to convince the Central Asian states’ citizens that the Russia’s foreign policy is a right one, as well as to form a positive image of Russia and president Putin as a politician who is capable to ensure stability and security in the Central Asian region. The Russian Federation pays a special attention to Eastern Kazakhstan, where a large number of ethnic Russians is concentrated. Kazakhstan has much in common with Ukraine on its ethnic population composition, economic situation and geographical proximity to Russia. As in Ukraine, the ethnic Russians make up about 1/5 of the population in Kazakhstan, meanwhile the Russian language is widely used in all spheres. Russia calls its initiative a “humanitarian project”, but there is no doubt that the Kremlin is fighting for minds of younger generation, trying to impose own culture and values on young people. Recently, while alternative sources of information have been spreading, more and more Central Asian habitants opt for online information in their national languages, considering Russianspeaking news resources to be a propaganda.

scholarly journals OP0329-PARE IN SHORT: EASY-TO-UNDERSTAND INFORMATION FOR VULNERABLE GROUPS

2020 ◽  
Vol 79 (Suppl 1) ◽  
pp. 202.1-202
Author(s):  
V. Krafft ◽  
E. Rösch
Keyword(s):  
Musculoskeletal Diseases ◽  
Reading Difficulties ◽  
Vulnerable Groups ◽  
Red Cross ◽  
Expert Committee ◽  
Migrant Background ◽  
Link Type ◽  
Access To Health ◽  
Foreign Media ◽  
National Languages

Background:Some 800,000 people in Switzerland have trouble reading (1). For people with reading or learning difficulties, many texts are too complex or simply too long. People with a migrant background likewise often lack access to health information, in their case due to language barriers.Objectives:One of the top priorities set out in Switzerland’s “National Strategy on Musculoskeletal Diseases (2017–2022) is to develop low-threshold services for vulnerable groups. In keeping with this strategy, the Swiss League against Rheumatism (SLR) wants to reach out to people with a migrant background as well as those with reading difficulties by making available to them helpful and readily understandable information material on rheumatic diseases.Methods:During the planning phase, the SLR collaborated with migesplus, the portal for equal health opportunities operated by the Swiss Red Cross. Their input flowed into the conception of the new publication series “kurz & knapp” (in short).The texts for the new series are written in accordance with the rules for Easy Language, with the help of an expert committee from Pro Infirmis, the Swiss professional organisation for people with disabilities (www.buero-leichte-sprache.ch). After being evaluated, the final texts then receive a seal of approval. Easy Language is a key component of accessibility, because it makes complex content accessible to a wider audience.For the benefit of people with a migrant background, the SLR has the texts translated not only into the three Swiss national languages German, French and Italian but also into Albanian, Bosnian/Croatian/Montenegrin/Serbian, Portuguese, Spanish and Turkish.Brochures on “Gout” and “Arthrosis” have already been published in the “kurz & knapp” series. In 2020, a publication on the subject of “Back Pain” will follow.In order to make the publications known to the intended target groups, the SLR wrote to various multipliers, such as immigration offices and foreign media.The publications are available free of charge in the online shop.Results:The new series “kurz & knapp” has been commended in particular by migration experts. Within the last ten months, the SLR has already distributed over 1,000 copies.Conclusion:To reach people with reading difficulties or a migrant background – groups that make up a large part of the Swiss population – specially designed communication tools are needed. An interdisciplinary network is indispensable for the development and dissemination of such tools.References:[1]Notter, P. & Arnold, C (2006). Lesen und Rechnen im Alltag: Grundkompetenzen von Erwachsenen in der Schweiz. Swiss Federal Statistical Office (BFS). Accessed on 28 January 2020:https://www.lesen-schreiben-schweiz.ch/myUploadData/files/ALL-StudieD.pdfDisclosure of Interests:Valérie Krafft Grant/research support from: Yes, Menarini AG (for gout brochure), Eva Rösch: None declared

The Emergence of National Languages

Language ◽  
1985 ◽  
Vol 61 (3) ◽  
pp. 732
Author(s):  
Sheila M. Embleton ◽  
Aldo Scaglione
Keyword(s):  
National Languages

Political Events Influenced Volume and Languages of Scholarly Publications

1975 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 143-153 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. A. Manten
Keyword(s):  
Great Influence ◽  
Classical Antiquity ◽  
German Language ◽  
Scholarly Publications ◽  
Political Events ◽  
National Languages

Data from two widely different fields (the study of classical antiquity and the science of palynology) indicate that international political developments had a great influence on the issued numbers of scholarly publications and the distribution of these publications over various languages. When the national languages took over the position formerly occupied by Latin, the German language seemed to rank as the most prominent in international intercommunication. However, the two world wars in particular have undermined this position, and English has taken its place. Some data are presented which indicate this historical pathway.

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