Community-Led Initiatives in Language Preservation: Strategies for Endangered Language Documentation and Revitalization
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https://doi.org/10.71435/639188Keywords:
Community-Led Initiatives, Endangered Languages, Language Preservation, Documentation Strategies, Revitalization EffortsAbstract
Purpose: The study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of community involvement in language preservation, identify key methods used in documentation and revitalization efforts, and assess the outcomes of these initiatives.
Methods: It employs a qualitative approach, including interviews and case studies of community-led language preservation projects in Indonesia.
Results: The results indicate that community involvement plays a crucial role in preserving endangered languages by raising awareness of their importance, promoting language use in daily life, and developing culturally relevant learning materials.
Conclusions: In conclusion, community-led initiatives are vital for the documentation and revitalization of endangered languages, highlighting the importance of local knowledge and cultural practices in preserving linguistic diversity.
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