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Podcast episode 39: Interview with Ingrid Piller on Life in a New Language

History and Philosophy of the Language Sciences

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Challenges of Adult Language Learners in Australia

This chapter delves into the struggles faced by migrants in Australia who had to learn English to adapt to their new environment, with examples of real-life language barriers affecting daily tasks. It also discusses the disparity between certified English proficiency and practical communication skills among multilingual individuals from post-colonial countries, leading to misconceptions and hurdles in education and employment.

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