Podcast
Questions and Answers
Which languages are spoken as mother tongues by millions of Filipinos?
Which languages are spoken as mother tongues by millions of Filipinos?
- Arabic, Persian, Turkish, and Urdu
- Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Thai
- Ilocano, Bikol, Cebuano, Hiligaynon (Ilonggo), Kapampangan, Pangasinan, Tagalog, and Waray (correct)
- English, Spanish, French, and German
What is the role and prestige of international languages in education?
What is the role and prestige of international languages in education?
- They have gained a well-built footing in the national institutions of the country (correct)
- They are not considered important in education
- They are only used in specific subjects
- They are discouraged in education
What has led to fierce debates on issues of language and education?
What has led to fierce debates on issues of language and education?
- The influence of globalization
- The government's language policies (correct)
- The lack of available resources
- The introduction of colonial languages
How many smaller and less recognized Filipino languages are there?
How many smaller and less recognized Filipino languages are there?
What is the aim of the government authorities regarding language in education?
What is the aim of the government authorities regarding language in education?