How to Cite
Waldron, Jennifer. 2010. “Reflecting on Language in the Classroom: Teaching about Reappropriation”. TRAILS: Teaching Resources and Innovations Library for Sociology, April. Washington DC: American Sociological Association. https://trails.asanet.org/article/view/reflecting-on-language-in-the-classroom-teaching.
Abstract
I reflect on how I was able to create a teachable moment when, without thinking, I used the term "dyke" in a sport sociology class. My awareness of this situation has allowed me to be honest and sincere to students about the difficulty of using language, especially in regards to diversity, in the classroom.Download this resource to see full details. Download this resource to see full details.
Details
- Subject Area(s):
- Sex and Gender
- Resource Type(s):
- Essay
- Class Level(s):
- College 300
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