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Peer reviewedSen, Ann L. – English Journal, 1979
Traces the history of the speech of New Yorkers, compares the speech of New Yorkers with the speech of those living elsewhere in America, and discusses the low prestige of New York City pronunciation. (DD)
Descriptors: Diachronic Linguistics, English Instruction, Language Patterns, Pronunciation
Direct linkHamilton, Greg – English Journal, 2004
This article focuses on the particular challenges, choices, and celebrations relevant to teaching in an urban setting. The speech of African American students is described as rich and reflective of the African American oral tradition. The article also discusses the meaning, rules and the evolution of African American English.
Descriptors: Oral Tradition, African American Students, Black Dialects, Diachronic Linguistics
Peer reviewedLea, Jeanne E. – English Journal, 1972
Discusses problems of present and future urban educators, specifically in the inner-city, and makes specific reference to the fact that the problems involve ethnic and racial differences. (Author)
Descriptors: Cultural Education, Education, Educational Finance, English Education
