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Intro to AAVE Class Six: Sociolinguistic Perspe...
In our sixth class of the Introduction to AAVE series, we dive into the complexities of code-switching and the politics surrounding African American Vernacular English (AAVE). Language is power, and...
Intro to AAVE Class Six: Sociolinguistic Perspe...
In our sixth class of the Introduction to AAVE series, we dive into the complexities of code-switching and the politics surrounding African American Vernacular English (AAVE). Language is power, and...

Intro to AAVE Class Five: AAVE in Literature an...
In our fifth class of the Introduction to AAVE series, we explore the deep cultural impact of African American Vernacular English (AAVE) in literature, music, and film. AAVE has long...
Intro to AAVE Class Five: AAVE in Literature an...
In our fifth class of the Introduction to AAVE series, we explore the deep cultural impact of African American Vernacular English (AAVE) in literature, music, and film. AAVE has long...

Intro to AAVE Class Four: Historical Developmen...
In this session, we delve into the historical trajectory of African American Vernacular English (AAVE), examining its roots, development, and regional variations. Building upon our previous discussions, we aim to...
Intro to AAVE Class Four: Historical Developmen...
In this session, we delve into the historical trajectory of African American Vernacular English (AAVE), examining its roots, development, and regional variations. Building upon our previous discussions, we aim to...

Intro to AAVE Class Three: Grammatical Structur...
Class Three we highlighted the structural beauty of AAVE. Understanding these grammatical nuances helps break down misconceptions and highlights how language evolves under social and historical pressures. Recognizing the complexity...
Intro to AAVE Class Three: Grammatical Structur...
Class Three we highlighted the structural beauty of AAVE. Understanding these grammatical nuances helps break down misconceptions and highlights how language evolves under social and historical pressures. Recognizing the complexity...

Intro to AAVE Class Two: Phonological Features
In Week 2 of our course, we journeyed into the phonological features that define AAVE. Today’s post offers a recap of our lesson. Below you will find the youtube video...
Intro to AAVE Class Two: Phonological Features
In Week 2 of our course, we journeyed into the phonological features that define AAVE. Today’s post offers a recap of our lesson. Below you will find the youtube video...

Intro to AAVE Class One: Introduction
In our first class, we explored the foundational aspects of African American Vernacular English (AAVE), covering its definition, scope, misconceptions, and cultural significance. We began by defining AAVE as a systematic and...
Intro to AAVE Class One: Introduction
In our first class, we explored the foundational aspects of African American Vernacular English (AAVE), covering its definition, scope, misconceptions, and cultural significance. We began by defining AAVE as a systematic and...