Vocab 1
Someone from a dominant social group who actively advocates for fair treatment and social justice for others.
What's the definition of Jargon?
specialized vocabulary that functions as linguistic shorthand (P&L, AWOL, etc)
What's the first way to avoid misunderstandings?
Use slang and jargon with caution.
What is the definition of Micro-agressive language?
Subtle, everyday messages that (intentionally or not) stereotypeor demean people
The definition of Confirmation bias
The tendency to reject information that is inconsistent with one’s current viewpoint.
What are factual statements?
claims that can be verified as true or false
What is one way an opinion can be disguised as a fact?
Statements are not supported by objective information.
What is the definition of micro ressistaance?
Everyday behaviors that call attention to hurtful language andstereotypes that put some people at a disadvantage
The definition of Euphemism
A pleasant term substituted for a more direct but potentially disquieting one
What are inferential statements?
conclusions arrived at from an interpretation of evidence
What is the second way to avoid misunderstandings?
Explain your terms (relative words)
What's an example that casts individuals as "spokepersons".
Imagine that a teacher says, “Alejandra, you’re Hispanic. Tell us about the struggles of Spanish speakers in the United States.” Right away, Alejandra is depicted as a “typical” member of a large group that is ostensibly “different” from everyone else. And the question presumes that she is knowledgeable about the issue and willing to discuss it.
What are Equivocal words?
Words with more than one definition
What's an Ad Hominem?
insulting the person making an argument instead of addressing their actual point.
What is the first way to distinguish between an opinion and a fact?
If statements meet the following criteria, they are probably facts.
What are Pragmatic rules?
When certain language is okay.
What's the definition of denotive meaning?
Literal definition of a word.
What is the sixth way to avoid misunderstandings?
Be careful with euphemisms and equivocations