Multicultural coexistence as a site of otherness and becoming self: A narrative of a multilingual

• Published in: International journal of applied linguistics Vol. 33; no. 1; pp. 33 - 46
• Main Authors: Kim, Sumi, Brutt‐Griffler, Janina
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Oxford Blackwell Publishing Ltd 01.03.2023
• Subjects: Applied linguistics; Cultural groups; Cultural identity; Educational programs; Ethnic identity; Foreign students; identity; Intersectionality; Japanese language; Korean language; Language culture relationship; language education; Language instruction; Linguistic identity; Linguistics; Minority groups; Multiculturalism & pluralism; Multilingualism; narrative inquiry; Narratives; Otherness; Self concept; Study abroad; Zainichi Korean; Japan

Identity is a subject of intense scrutiny in the field of Applied Linguistics. Of particular concern are issues of intersectionality of language and culture in the lives of minority groups. Yet, the empirical evidence in support of language and cultural identity (re)construction of ethnic minorities...