Educational Policy in Practice for Language Revival Programs in Tertiary Education: Kaurna Language in Australia and Manchu Language in China

This research employs qualitative research approach in both Australia and China, which examines the language policy and practice from the seven perspectives of access; personnel; curriculum; methodology and materials; resourcing; evaluation and professional accreditation; and further study/career pathways. It also involves the gathering of information through in-depth face-to-face and online interviews.

In Australia, although many people are working enthusiastically and energetically to promote Kaurna language, it is difficult to get consistent support, funding and enrolments for ongoing programs. In China, a few universities offer Manchu language courses, however, the teaching contents of these programs are more about Manchu historical document preservation, historical and cultural studies, and archaeology. It is my hope that this research will shine a light on the problems faced by educators and academics of these revival language programs in both countries.