Einar Haugen

Einar Haugen was a prominent Norwegian-American linguist and scholar known for his work in the fields of language and bilingualism. He made significant contributions to the study of language minorities, particularly in the context of language maintenance and shift. Haugen is perhaps best known for his concept of "language planning," which refers to efforts to influence the function and structure of languages within communities. His research helped explore how languages evolve, interact, and sometimes disappear, emphasizing the importance of cultural identity and linguistic heritage in society. Haugen's work remains influential in linguistics and related social sciences.