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Myths about Language Diversity and Literacy in the United States. ERIC Digest.
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Wiley, Terrence G. – 1997
Four common myths or misconceptions in the United States about language are discussed, drawing on historical evidence and contemporary data. These myths are that: (1) the predominance of English and English literacy is threatened; (2) English literacy is the only literacy worth noting; (3) English illiteracy is high because language minorities are…
Descriptors: Bilingual Education, Cultural Pluralism, English, English (Second Language)