Introducing a Polynomic Approach in Ryukyuan Language Learning

The polynomic model as a of language codification treats regional and social variation within inherently good does not hierarchise this variation. This research is an argument in advocating the application Ryukyuan learning, focussing on Okinawa Ryukyuan. languages consist minimum 5 abstand that are spoken island chain southern Japan. have no standard show internal A monolingual ideology implemented since annexation Ryukyus by Japan late 19th century has caused shift towards Japanese, rendering all endangered. small revitalisation been taking place early 21st century, necessitating development infrastructure for learning. In research, I give reasons why would allow inclusive respects local practices identities Ryukyus, without reproducing colonialist attitudes led to endangerment first place.