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Functions of code-switching from Japanese to in group discussions:

How can code-switching compensate for the lack of language skills?

Atsuko Tasaki

Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology

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Volume 13, No.1

November, 2007

The Japan Journal of Multilingualism and Multiculturalism

多言語多文化研究

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This paper analyzes some functions of Japanese/English code-switching used by Japanese and international graduate students in group discussions in order to show how code-switching can facilitate understanding by compensating for the international students’ lack of Japanese proficiency. The code-switching data were categorized into six functions, and each of them assisted the international students to participate in the discussions in different ways, encouraging both Japanese and international students to exchange opinions and establish rapport.