Analysis of information sources in references of the Wikipedia article "新加坡语言" in Chinese language version.
Platt and Weber (1980:27) outline six main factors that contributed to the spread of English during this time period:(1) the increase of government administration; (2) the development of infrastructure and communication; (3) the expansion of commerce; (4) an increasing population of a local English-educated elite; (5) English-language films; and (6) increased access to education. The strong demand for English that arose reinforced the English’s prestige position:During this early period in Singapore’s history, it became very apparent that one would have to learn English in order to negotiate with the higher powers of society—namely, the government and judiciary system, as well as commercial forces. Further, successful media outlets operated predominantly in English (Platt & Weber 1980: 6), thus heightening the visibility of English.
Platt and Weber (1980:27) outline six main factors that contributed to the spread of English during this time period:(1) the increase of government administration; (2) the development of infrastructure and communication; (3) the expansion of commerce; (4) an increasing population of a local English-educated elite; (5) English-language films; and (6) increased access to education. The strong demand for English that arose reinforced the English’s prestige position:During this early period in Singapore’s history, it became very apparent that one would have to learn English in order to negotiate with the higher powers of society—namely, the government and judiciary system, as well as commercial forces. Further, successful media outlets operated predominantly in English (Platt & Weber 1980: 6), thus heightening the visibility of English.
