Roundtable «Native Language of Childhood. On the Issue of Preserving Native Languages»
Roundtable «Native Language of Childhood. On the Issue of Preserving Native Languages»
This Roundtable is dedicated to the preservation of the native language and a deep respect for the cultural heritage and traditions of the people. Inspired by the words of the writer Chingiz Aitmatov, who said that "the immortality of a people lies in its language," this event brought together scholars and educators to discuss current issues related to linguistic heritage and its significance in modern society.
Key topics of the roundtable:
1. The history of International Mother Language Day: the origins of this important date, its significance for the preservation of languages and cultures, and the role it has played in raising awareness about the problems of endangered languages.
2. The differences between native, national, and official state languages.
3. The situation with non-native languages: a discussion of what it means to be a speaker of a language that is not your native tongue. Issues of multilingualism and cultural identity.
4. The life of language in kindergarten: how the native language is used in educational institutions, and what methods are employed for its preservation and popularization among the younger generation.
