LA.D.1.4: Language Arts: Language: The student understands the nature of language: 9-12

Add a Web Site Add a Classroom Activity Send Comments About the Forum Forum Home Language Arts D. Language:1. The student understands the nature of language.:9-12:The student... LA.D.1.4.1 Add Website - Add Activity applies an understanding that language and literature are primary means by which culture is transmitted. LA.D.1.4.2 Add Website - Add Activity makes appropriate adjustments in language use for social, academic, and life situations, demonstrating sensitivity to gender and cultural bias. LA.D.1.4.3 Add Website - Add Activity understands that there are differences among various dialects of English. Dictionary of American Regional English http://polyglot.lss.wisc.edu/dare/dare.htmlA dictionary of American Regional English. Site contains lists of words used in various areas of the U.S., including quizzes on the meanings or terms. The Linguist List http://linguist.emich.edu/topics/ebonicsNewspaper accounts of ebonics controversy. Articles detail various linguistic styles, their history and usage. American Slanguages http://www.slanguage.com/A humorous dictionary of slang and phrases from various locations of the U.S. Randy's Shakespearean Insult Server http://www.randyworld.com/shakespeareFeatures a renewable insult source and other text from the Bard. Language Arts Menu / Forum Home