A Tale of Two Identities: A Systematic Review of the Interplay Between Family Language Policies and Bi-/Multilingual Identities

• In Event: Assessing the State of the Art in Bi-/Multilingual Education Research and Scholarship

Abstract

This review aims to explore family language policy (FLP) and bi-/multilingual identities, focusing on identifying emerging trends, understanding how these identities are constructed within families, and determining the aspects of FLP influenced by them. Adhering to PRISMA guidelines, the author analysed 38 articles based on Spolsky’s language policy framework. The selected studies highlight a significant increase in publication trend starting in 2020. Geographically, North America and Europe dominate (29%). Predominantly qualitative (74%), selected research relies heavily on interviews (82%). Moreover, this review reconceptualizes four bi-/multilingual identity categories: integrated, dissociated, marginalized, and dominant. Furthermore, this review delineates three approaches of management and practice: context-based, role-based, and integrated. Additionally, language ideology is analysed from personal, familial, and societal perspectives.

Author

• Xiangning Li, University of Cambridge