Iran’s Language Planning Confronting English Abbreviations

Discover the thought-provoking insights of Fatemeh Akbari in her book, Iran’s Language Planning Confronting English Abbreviations, published by Springer Nature Switzerland AG in 2020. This engaging paperback, comprising 116 pages, delves into a critical issue facing language planners worldwide: how to navigate the influence of global languages, particularly English, on local languages. Akbari explores the pressing dilemma between promoting internationalization and fostering local language preservation. Her work is essential for educators, linguists, and policymakers interested in understanding the delicate balance between embracing global communication and nurturing cultural identity. Join the conversation on the future of language planning and its implications for communities around the globe.