Language management theory as a basis for the dynamic concept of EU language law (original) (raw)
2014, Current Issues in Language Planning
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This paper explores the relationship between multilingual practices in the EU and Language Management Theory (LMT), focusing on how language disputes are addressed through legal frameworks. It highlights the role of various agents, including the CJEU, in managing these disputes and the importance of interdisciplinary approaches that combine sociolinguistics and jurisprudence. Ultimately, the work emphasizes the dynamic nature of language management processes at both individual and macro levels.
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