Friday, November 16, 2007

Writing about Language and Culture (Short Essay)

NEW: An Editing Checklist you may wish to use. Essays are due, on paper and word-processed Wednesday, November 28.

Read a charming essay on language in the Globe and Mail.

Tuesday, November 13, 2007

Experiences with Sexist Language for Discussion on Friday

Please write freely about your own experiences with language (any language!) and culture. Be sure to give examples (and translations, if needed) to specific words or sayings. Pay special attention to any sexist biases built into a language.