The study of language contact epitomizes the dynamics of language as a system of human communication. The competing linguistic forces at work when speakers of different language varieties come into contact can be narrowed down to two basic concepts--convergence and divergence. Looking at linguistic areas using a macro approach, languages in…

Discusses four possible purposes of bilingual education in local settings: (1) bilingual education is more equitable for language minority children; (2) bilingual education is more effective in teaching English; (3) bilingual education promotes minority group bilingualism; and (4) bilingual education helps attain bilingualism for all children.…

Studies the relationship of educational level and knowledge of English on the differential integration of 71 post-1965 Greek immigrants into the religious structure of the Greek community of New York, New York. Tentatively concludes that socioeconomic status may play a larger role than the variables explored. (FMW)