Role Of Language
A system of vocal sounds and/or nonverbal systems by which group members communicate
What is Language?
True or False: Linguistically, there are "good" and "bad" languages.
What is false?
The way an individual pronounces words
What is an Accent?
One’s attitude, personality, manner, and even dress are part of this type of communication
What is Nonverbal communication?
In 2016, it was reported that 4.86 million students were classified as what type of learners?
What are English Language Learners (ELL)?
The ability to speak two languages
What is Bilingual?
Language is not static, but ______
What is dynamic?
Out of the 7,000 languages in the world, this is the most used language worldwide.
What is Mandarin Chinese?
Discriminatory treatment toward people perceived to be unattractive in the workplace and social settings
What is Lookism?
77% of ELL Learners speak which home language?
What is Spanish?
African American Vernacular English is an example of this type of dialect
What is a nonstandard dialect?
This dialect is known for its drawl and "y'all."
What is the American Southern Dialect?
Despite common belief, bilingualism is often a transitional stage toward ____
What is Monolingualism?
"High Fives" and "fist bumps" are appropriate ways for teachers to show students _____
What is affection?
James Cummins' label for basic language skills was known as what?
What is BIGS (Basic Interpersonal Communication Skills)?
The informal or conversational speech in a community
What are Colloquialisms?
The process of making a linguistic word or phrase part of a Standard Language
What is Standardization?
True or false: African American English (AAE) is not a substandard, deviant, or improper form of English
What is True?
Western cultures view this as a sign of respect and engagement, while many Eastern cultures view this as a sign of disrespect
What is Eye Contact?
This movement supports only the limited use of bilingual education and has mounted a major effort to make English the official language of the United States
What is English Only?
There are approximately 60 million _____ individuals living in the United States
What is Non-English speaking?
Groups of people who exist and function apart from the dominant culture
What are Co-Cultures?
______ is the only sign language recognized as a language in its own right, rather than a variation of the spoken language
What is American Sign Language (ASL)?
The study of space and how we use it. Can often determine the level of comfort as we arrange ourselves in relation to space.
What are Proxemics?
In 2019, ELL _____ rate increased to 67%
What is High School Graduation?