Understanding English Language Variation in U.S. Schools (Multicultural Education Series)

Synopsis

In Today's Culturally Diverse Classrooms, Students Possess And Use Many Culturally, Ethnically, And Regionally Diverse English Language Varieties That May Differ From Standardized English. This Book Helps Classroom Teachers Become Attuned To These Differences And Offers Practical Strategies To Support Student Achievement While Fostering Positive Language Attitudes In Classrooms And Beyond. The Text Contrasts Standardized English With Southern, Appalachian, And African American English Varieties, Focusing On Issues That Are Of Everyday Concern To Those Who Are Assessing The Linguistic Competence Of Students. Valuable Voices -- What Is Standard English? -- Southern English: A Regional Cultural Variety -- African American English: And Ethnic And Cultural Variety -- Assessment And Application. Anne H. Charity Hudley, Christine Mallinson ; Foreword By William Labov ; Afterword By Walt Wolfram. Includes Bibliographical References (p. 145-160) And Index.