English in Finland: Story, Status, and Sociolinguistic Role

Abstract English is an important but much-debated language in Finland. Extensive research shows that it serves as a useful linguistic resource in many contexts and poses little threat to Finland's domestic languages. We identify several areas for further fruitful research.

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Journal of Finnish Studies
Published
2025-01-01
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https://doi.org/10.5406/28315081.28.1.08
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Multilingual Education and Policy
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English in Finland: Story, Status, and Sociolinguistic Role

Mikko Laitinen, Sirpa Leppänen
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Multilingual Education and Policy
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English in Finland: Story, Status, and Sociolinguistic Role

Mikko Laitinen, Sirpa Leppänen
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Abstract English is an important but much-debated language in Finland. Extensive research shows that it serves as a useful linguistic resource in many contexts and poses little threat to Finland's domestic languages. We identify several areas for further fruitful research.

Journal of Finnish StudiesVol. 28(1)
University of Eastern Finland (FI), Finland University (FI), University of Jyväskylä (FI)
Openalex Percentile: Top 69%
Multilingual Education and Policy
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