Career Advancement Programme in Indigenous Language Revitalization
Published on June 24, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today I'm excited to have Dr. Jane Smith, an expert in Indigenous language preservation and the instructor for our Career Advancement Programme in Indigenous Language Revitalization. Welcome, Jane! GUEST: Thank you for having me! I'm looking forward to our conversation. HOST: Let's start by talking about your personal experiences in this field. What drew you to Indigenous language revitalization? GUEST: I've always been passionate about linguistics and cultural diversity. Working with Indigenous communities and helping to preserve their languages has been a truly rewarding experience. HOST: That's wonderful. Now, can you share some current industry trends relevant to the course? GUEST: Absolutely. There's a growing emphasis on community-based language education and the use of technology to support language learning. HOST: Interesting. And what are some challenges faced in the field or while learning/teaching this subject? GUEST: One major challenge is the lack of resources and funding for Indigenous language programmes. Additionally, maintaining the interest and involvement of younger generations can be difficult. HOST: Those are important issues to address. Looking to the future, what do you think the landscape of Indigenous language revitalization will look like? GUEST: I believe we'll see more collaboration between communities, educational institutions, and governments. This, coupled with advancements in technology, will help create more opportunities for language preservation and revitalization. HOST: That's a promising outlook. Thank you for sharing your insights, Jane. To our listeners, be sure to check out the Career Advancement Programme in Indigenous Language Revitalization and learn how you can contribute to preserving vital cultural heritage. Thanks for tuning in!
