Digital Diaspora: Asian American Life Online

Code-Switching in Cyberspace: Language and Authenticity Online


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The final episode examines how digital platforms have created new forms of linguistic expression and identity performance within Asian American communities. We analyze the emergence of multilingual communication styles, the use of Asian language scripts in predominantly English conversations, and the development of unique online dialects. The episode also explores how social media has influenced the preservation and evolution of heritage languages, particularly among second and third-generation Asian Americans, while addressing controversies around linguistic authenticity and gatekeeping in online spaces.

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Digital Diaspora: Asian American Life OnlineBy RhythmStudio