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Outline the differences between speaking and writing in English in a variety of contexts. Remember to consider the use of different varieties of English in each context. Written and spoken language both belong to the semiotic system (Fellowes & Oakley, 2014). The inception of spoken language is through the acquisition of a vernacular; therefore initial vernacular variety has its roots in family. (Gee, Hayes & Elisabeth, 2014). The perspective of Nativist Theorist, Noam Chomsky created the term…

Excellent article, because simply being an international student is difficult, on top of our already complex culture and language. Assimilation assistance must come from numerous sources to aid these young people embarking on their life’s journey. Most struggle in their efforts and need guidance from schools’ international departments, immigration protection, host families, concerned neighbors and fellow students, and even informative books to extend a cultural helping hand so we all have a…

The reading this week gave a brief insight into the developmental sequences and milestones during the first few years of life. The chapter introduced three major perspectives that may help explain how language is acquired and developed. The three perspectives that were addressed were the behaviorist perspective, the innatist perspective and the interactionist/developmental perspective. Contributions from key theorists such as F.B Skinner, Chomsky, Vygotsky and Piaget were included on the…

What is diversity? Diversity is understanding, accepting, and respecting that everyone is unique and has his or her own differences. Whether the difference is race, ethnicity, religious beliefs or other ideologies, the concept of diversity is to look at these differences in a positive, safe and nurturing environment. I was born and partially raised in China. At the age of nine, I came to the U.S. along with my family. I had just finished second grade in my hometown, Taishan, where Mandarin was…

used in the display tags are English and Arabic; English in the naming of the objects, and both English and Arabic under the objects in the footnotes that describe something related to the object (historical/cultural background or any other type of information). I think these choices are quite reasonable because English is a universal language and it is an American university, but since not everyone is competent in English, it is convenient to provide Arabic and English footnotes. 2. How…

and determined to learn English; whereas Rodriguez put it off for months and didn’t try. Villanueva grew up in a Puerto Rican family who believed in assimilation. He had a different experience and a different approach than Rodriguez. Rather than being spoken to in only one language, his parents spoke both English and Spanish to him just so he could catch on. “My mother believed in the traditional idea of assimilation. She and my father would listen to radio shows in English and try to read the…

the language, they can just hear it and comprehend the content. The episode we watched in class was not the first time I had watched it. I watch Switched at Birth as one of my regular T.V shows. I love watching this show because it is a blend of English and ASL. The first time I watched it, I watch this episode with subtitles, trying to grasp and learn a few signs, and I understood 95% of the show. The second time I watched it, I watch it with no subtitles and…

to improve my abilities as a French speaker and learner. She presented me with study tools and websites where I could work on the more difficult aspects of native French speaking and learn how to understand it just as if I were listening to spoken English. I saw a dramatic change in my fluency levels and my comprehension levels of newer subjects and a constant rise of my ability to better grasp new things. In conclusion, I believe that the quote "Unless you try to do something beyond what…

For the past century, Standard English and Non-Standard English have controlled individuals and groups in a variety of settings. Language influences one’s decisions and forms countless ramifications, both effective and ineffective. Indeed, the main barriers such as unification in the workforce and education environments can alter the attitudes towards individuals (immigrants or international students) of Non-Standard English. The influence of language enables individuals to have an effect on…

is an issue. They talk about asking seven questions that relate to deeper information, which can help a teacher see any red flags that can be considered to be tested for a disability. So some of the questions are based on education, home language, English, and behavior, for education you can ask, “Has the student been in school before? Are there gaps in the student's education experiences? Sufficient intensity of instruction?” Collier, C. (2010).…