THEORETICAL FOUNDATIONS OF SOCIOLINGUISTICS AND BILINGUALISM: LINGUISTIC AND EDUCATIONAL PERSPECTIVES

Sociolinguistics and bilingualism are crucial fields in modern linguistic research, offering deep insights into language usage within social contexts. This paper explores the theoretical foundations of sociolinguistics, emphasizing its relevance to bilingualism. The phenomenon of bilingualism is examined in relation to linguistic, cognitive, and social factors, highlighting its significance in both theoretical linguistics and language education. This study also discusses the role of bilingualism in language acquisition and proficiency development, emphasizing its implications for educational strategies.