Theoretical Studies Towards a Sociology of Language

by Basil B. Bernstein

Book Overview

The papers in this volume show the origin and development of Bernstein's theoretical studies into the relationships between social class, patterns of language use and the primary socialization of the child.
'Bernstein's hypothesis will require teachers] to look afresh not only at their pupils' language but at how they teach and how their pupils learn.'
Douglas Barnes, Times Educational Supplement
'His honesty is...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0415488567
• ISBN13: 9780415488563
• Release Date: February 2009
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 280 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.5" x 8.5"