In this unit, students will explore the relationship between language and social class, including an investigation into dialects and the standardization of English. This inquiry will reinforce students' understanding of language as an instrument of power and resulting inequalities within society. In addition to language standardization, students will investigate the concepts of convergence and divergence, dialect and idiolect, U- and Non-U English, "high" and "low" culture, and cultural imperialism.
- Teacher: Damien Vassallo
Skill Level: Beginner