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	Malay language - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The Malay language, also known locally as Bahasa Melayu or Bahasa Malaysia, is an Austronesian language spoken by the Malay people who reside in the Malay peninsula, southern Thailand, the Philippines, Singapore, central eastern Sumatra, the Riau islands, and parts of the coast of Borneo.
		The language spoken by the Peranakan (Straits Chinese, a hybrid of Chinese settlers from the Ming Dynasty and local Malays) is a unique patois of Malay and the Chinese dialect of Hokkien, which is mostly spoken in the former Straits Settlements of Penang and Malacca.
		Bahasa Melayu is the national language in Malaysia by article 152 of the Malaysian Constitution, and became the sole official language in West Malaysia in 1968, and in East Malaysia gradually from 1973.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Malay_language (1364 words)

	Encyclopedia :: encyclopedia : Malay language (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
		The Malay language, also known locally as Bahasa Melayu, is an Austronesian language spoken by the Malay people who reside in the Malay peninsula, southern Thailand, Singapore, central eastern Sumatra, the Riau islands, and parts of the coast of Borneo.
		The official standard for Malay, as agreed upon by Indonesia, Malaysia and Brunei, is Bahasa Riau, the language of the Riau Archipelago, long considered the birthplace of the Malay language.
		Bahasa Melayu (Malay Language) became the sole official language of Malaysia in 1968, but English is still widely used, especially by the second largest and third largest ethnic groups in Malaysia (Chinese and Indian), and because of its importance as the language of international business, and the situation in Brunei is similar.
	www.hallencyclopedia.com /Malay_language (919 words)

	Malaysian Sign Language - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Malaysian Sign Language (MSL), or Bahasa Isyarat Malaysia (BIM), is the sign language in every day use in many parts of Malaysia.
		American Sign Language (ASL) has had a strong influence on MSL, but the two are different enough to be considered separate languages.
		Other sign languages in use in Malaysia are Penang Sign Language (PSL), Selangor Sign Language (SSL or KLSL), and Kod Tangan Bahasa Malaysia or Manually Coded Malay (KTBM), and Chinese Sign Languages.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Malaysian_Sign_Language (135 words)

	Far East (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
		Thai is the Siamese language, the language of the Khon-Thais (in Thailand), the official language of Thailand.
		Malaysian is a term that broadly defines the group of kindred languages encompassing 50 million speakers of the so-called Indonesian languages.
		Malaysian in the narrow sense is represented by a group of dialects that are more or less homogeneous on the peninsula of Malakka, on the island of Sumatra and on adjacent smaller islands.
	www.east-link.com /feast.html (872 words)

	Language Learning Content - Based English as a Second Language (ESL) Malaysian Classrooms (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
		Language learning is viewed as a process of hypothesis testing, where language learners are constantly formulating and testing new hypotheses and rejecting old ones based on new data.
		This study confirmed that even in the absence of formal language instruction adult students can indeed gain in second-language proficiency when the second language is used as the medium of instruction and the input is made comprehensible.
		Teaching language involved teaching skills which included correction of linguistic form, whereas the aim of teaching content, as in the case of literature, was to ensure that students understood the message and gave a personal response to the text.
	www.shakespeare.uk.net /journal/jllearn/1_2/shah.html (7214 words)

	Language in India
		This textbook probably would not be recommended for students who have no prior knowledge of the English language, unless the instructor is prepared to teach most of the basics of the language outside of the text, such as the sounds and script of the language.
		The illustrations are effective and appropriate for Malaysian culture but fail to give a visual representation of the Western world, even though one of the goals of the textbook is to introduce students to the world.
		While these are not bad topics to discuss in a language textbook, teenagers clearly become the target audience in chapter 3, and many exercises focus around advice that parents would teach their children, such as not taking candy from strangers (p.55).
	www.languageinindia.com /june2005/wakemanmalaysiatesol2.html (2159 words)

	The Legacy of Language
		And, in the case of the languages learned from colonizers, those languages are bound up within the contexts of the circumstances under which they were taught and learned.
		Language has been one of the most potent and enduring tools of colonialism, and the English Language has been the most potent and enduring of any European language.
		The English language, as it was given to and received by us, came loaded with a cargo of prejudices, a cargo of values, one of which (as we have said) was/is that what is white is good and desirable and what is fl is/was worthless.
	www.ucalgary.ca /UofC/eduweb/engl392/492a/articles/daizalrace.html (5256 words)

	Language (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
		As with any complex, emergent concept, language is somewhat resistant to definition; however, most would agree that language is a system of communication or reasoning using representation along with metaphor and some manner of logical grammar all of which presuppose a historical and at least temporarily transcendent standard or truth from which it is derived.
		Many languages use gestures, sounds, symbols, or words, and aim at communicating concepts, ideas, meanings, and thoughts, though the problem of linguistic vagueness often rears its head when we try to distinguish between these aspects.
		For example, the boundaries between named language groups are in effect arbitrary due to blending between populations (the dialect continuum).
	www.choam.info /title/la/language.html (5868 words)

	Language schools in Malaysia round-up (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
		The Malay language or Bahasa Melayu, is spoken by the Malay people who reside in the Malay peninsula, southern Thailand, Singapore, central eastern Sumatra, the Riau islands, and parts of the coast of Borneo.
		Malaysian international language is practically the same as or mutually intelligible with Bahasa Indonesia, the official language of Indonesia, but differentiated in name for political reasons.
		However, interesting activities, related to language studies, will be conducted during the lessons such as participating in some language seminar, talk or eventsheld by other language schools in Malaysia.
	study_abroad.greatholidaysandhotels.com /languageschoolsinmalaysiaroundup.html (699 words)

	Malaysian Tamils and Tamil Linguistic Culture
		Tamils are the largest of the language groups that form the `Indian' minority in Malaysia, which constitutes around 9% of the population, or 1.5 million.
		In Malaysia (and in Singapore) language policy is not set by the Tamils, and Tamils are therefore in the position that Telugu speakers or Kannada speakers are in Tamilnadu: they are a tiny minority, have no say in overall policy formulation, and are suffered to maintain their languages only for elementary education, if there.
		One of the great weaknesses of Indian language policy is the very weak provisions for language groups who live in territories where they are in the minority.
	ccat.sas.upenn.edu /~haroldfs/messeas/maltamil/MALAYSIA.html (1002 words)

	This paper deals with bilingual policy and planning in higher education in Malaysia
		It is the language of the soil.
		Salleh, 1995: 3 and 4) UKM the university whose aim was to encourage publications in the national language, published a total of 106 books in Bahasa in the field of science and technology from 1971 to 2003.
		Therefore, it can be seen that the changes in language policy are largely influenced by the two domains which are important in the growth and status of any language – the domain of business and the domain of science and technology.
	ccat.sas.upenn.edu /plc/clpp/proposal/SaranMalaysia.htm (5448 words)

	Colonial English back in Malaysian favour - World - theage.com.au
		The Malaysian Government is shedding its colonial linguistic baggage, encouraging children to see English as a Malaysian language and embrace it again after years of neglect.
		The move is pragmatic: Malaysia's position as a small, vibrant trading economy is being hindered by the declining English language skills of its children.
		English might have been the language of the colonial masters, he said, according to the New Straits Times, "but it was also the language which our founding fathers acquired, took to London, and returned as masters of their own land".
	www.theage.com.au /news/world/colonial-english-back-in-malaysian-favour/2005/08/16/1123958064515.html?oneclick=true (468 words)

	Reading Online - International Perspectives: Literacy in Malaysia
		The Malaysian government also plans to develop the "smart school" concept in the country and plans are being geared into this by various organizations (for example, universities, private companies, and the Ministry of Education).
		When the medium of instruction was converted to the vernacular language in the universities, there were not many books written in the vernacular language to support learning and teaching, and both lecturers and students had to resort to books in English, especially in the fields of science and technology.
		Such an amplification of the Malaysian language and education policy to encourage the simultaneous development of proficiency in both the national language and in English is congruent with the challenges that the country faces in creating a fully developed information-rich society.
	www.readingonline.org /international/malaysia/article.html (3728 words)

	Islam and Politics in Malaysia (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
		Many Malaysian Islamists were troubled by Anwar’s move to join a party they all despised for tolerating political kickbacks and corruption, and for prosecuting Islamically-oriented groups.
		Given the communal nature of Malaysian politics and the delicate balance maintained among the three major ethnic communities, UMNO is likely to retain its majority in the parliament, notwithstanding the wide resentment of the actions of its leaders.
		Malaysian women have effectively contested for public office, won seats in the parliament, and received important ministerial portfolios in the Federal cabinet.
	home.att.net /~louaysafi/articles/2000/malaysia.htm (2600 words)

	Electronic Magazine of Multicultural Education
		Therefore the emphasis on language planning from the early stages is used as justification in an attempt to reduce possibility of further massive civil unrest.
		The inextricable tie of language and culture is most evident at a national stage when utilized as a mode of social planning in hopes of creating a viable national identity.
		The language spoken by the settled Malay population, the sultanate form of government, and the unique culture practiced through the relationship to Islam are features that form the basis of ethnic communities in the Malay populous.
	www.eastern.edu /publications/emme/2001spring/denny.html (4481 words)

	Blogger: Email Post to a Friend (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
		English, once shunned as the language of colonialism, is now regarded as the passport to success in the modern world and is rapidly replacing Islamic studies and the sciences.
		English may have been the language of the colonial masters, Hussein said, "but it was also the language which our founding fathers acquired, took to London, and returned as masters of their own land".
		English continued to be taught as a second language in rural Malaysia but its quality declined because of official hostility, the rise of Islam and poor teaching resources.
	www.blogger.com /email-post.g?blogID=8578983&postID=112489173420458616 (1359 words)

	Linguist online (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
		In a multilingual society, language and language planning play a crucial role in political and social development.
		As a result the English language continued to be the lingua franca in most informal settings, particularly among educated non-Malays, and maintained its dominance until the 1980s, in education (at tertiary level) and also in highly formal settings such as the courts of law.
		Malay intellectuals and nationalists were not happy with this state of affairs and greatly resented the use of English as medium of education at tertiary level.
	home.clara.net /patriciatreasure/linguist_3_2001/malay.htm (335 words)

	Yamada Language Center: Malaysian Language Mailing Lists
		Malaysian Women in U.S. and Canada - Division of MISG-L. For women only, in Malay & English.
		Malaysian Islamic Study Group - In Malay & some English.
		This page is maintained by the Yamada Language Center at the University of Oregon.
	babel.uoregon.edu /yamada/lists/malay.html (236 words)

	Malaysia Links
		The Malaysian bank, BSN, is a statutory body under the Ministry of Finance, with branches all over Malysia.
		Malaysian banking group, UBG operates two main banking divisions.
		BNM is the Malaysian central bank, promoting monetary and financial stability and fostering a sound and progressive financial sector.
	www.financewise.com /public/edit/asia/malaysia/malaysia-links.htm (857 words)

	Boston Language Institute: Malaysian programs
		Upon completion of this course, you can expect to be able to speak in a present and a future tense, to have enough vocabulary (500 to 1,000 words) to participate in basic everyday conversation, and to be able to read and write a simple letter.
		Since communication in a foreign language requires an understanding of the cultural context, our aim is to teach you the living language through carefully selected textbooks, newspaper and magazine articles and other relevant materials, rather than have you repeat and memorize tourist phrases.
		Also, our on-line bookstore specializing in foreign language textbooks, study guides and audiocassettes, is a good source for browsing and choosing study materials.
	www.boslang.com /fl/malay.htm (411 words)

	A Bibliography of References Pertaining to Prokem
		Prokem is a slang language that is spoken in Jakarta, Indonesia, mainly among young people.
		Languages that are based on regular transformations of existing languages are often called “play languages&rduqo; or “ludlings".
		Winstedt, R. The camphor language of Johore and southern Pahang.
	members.tripod.com /~THSlone/prokem.html (1645 words)

	Faridah Pawan Faculty Vita: - School of Education, Indiana University
		Lecturer (tenured), Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Faculty of Language and Linguistics
		Presented at the Research and Practice in Language Teacher Education: Voices from the Field, Minneapolis, Minnesota, May 21, 1999.
		Presented at the Malaysian English Language Teacher Association Conference on "Teaching and learning English in challenging situations", Kuala Lumpur, May 14-17, 1991.
	www.indiana.edu /~iuncate/facultyvita/fpawan.html (1195 words)

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		In the likes of Java and Bali the local people have 3 different local languages, these are linked with the caste system with lower cast people often not understanding higher caste people at all, unless the higher caste person wants them to.
		On a more village level, local people often Keep the language very simple indeed.Below is a very brief sample with a few hints and words that may help you along in Indonesia.
		When you are talking with locals in English always remember to talk slowly and as clear as possible, do not use any slang and try to make your sentences as short as possible.
	www.diving4images.com /indo-lingo.doc (358 words)

	Malaysia tries to stem the decline of English - World - smh.com.au
		The move is pragmatic - Malaysia's position as a vibrant trading economy is being hindered by the declining English language skills of its children.
		"We should not be shy to say English is a Malaysian language," said the Education Minister, Hishammuddin Hussein, in launching a new scholarship program to improve English skills in schools.
		English may have been the language of the colonial masters, Mr Hishammuddin said, "but it was also the language which our founding fathers acquired, took to London, and returned as masters of their own land".
	www.smh.com.au /news/world/malaysia-tries-to-stem-the-decline-of-english/2005/08/16/1123958065112.html?from=moreStories (416 words)

	Malay Translation - Translate Malay Language Translator
		In Malaysia, it is known as Bahasa Malaysia or Malaysian language, even though it is, in fact, Malay.
		The language spoken by the Peranakan (Straits Chinese, a hybrid of Chinese settlers from the Ming Dynasty and local Malays) is a unique patois of Malay and the Chinese Dialect of Hokkien, which is mostly spoken in the former Straits Settlements of Penang and Melaka.
		The use of this interesting language is dying out however, with the Peranakan now choosing to speak Hokkien or English.
	www.translation-services-usa.com /languages/malay.shtml (1003 words)

	Brand New Malaysian: The language of learning (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
		Having it taught in English means that we are teaching the language, the two subjects and also teaches us that if we are behind, we must work twice as hard.
		English is important and by 'softening' our educational stance, the only people who suffer are the rural malays who are disadvantadged by not being able to master the language and may perhaps be part of the unemployable graduates in Malaysia.
		We need to adapt the the world's pace, where English is important for acquiring knowledge and international communication.
	www.brandmalaysia.com /movabletype/archives/2005/04/the_language_of.html (534 words)

	The Manila Times Internet Edition \| WORLD > Foreign workers required to learn Malaysian language and culture (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
		KUALA LUMPUR: Foreign workers in Malaysia will have to take a course in Malaysia’s language and culture before they are allowed to work in the country, a minister said Tuesday.
		From November 1 they must undergo an induction course in the language, culture and religion of multiracial Malaysia, said Human Resources Minister Fong Chan Onn.
		Only workers from neighboring Indonesia, which speaks the same language, will be exempt.
	www.manilatimes.net /national/2005/aug/31/yehey/world/20050831wor5.html (199 words)

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