You Are What You Speak - Exploring Language Attitudes and Accents
Offered By: TEDx via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the impact of language and accents on identity and societal attitudes in this thought-provoking TEDx talk. Delve into the complexities surrounding terms like 'first language' and 'native speaker,' and examine how we often prioritize the manner of speech over content. Question the significance of accents and what they reveal about our personal and societal perspectives. Celebrate linguistic diversity and multilingualism as enriching elements of human experience. Delivered by Lana Kulas, an educator with a multicultural background, this 12-minute presentation challenges viewers to reconsider their perceptions of language and embrace the value of diverse communication styles.
Syllabus
You are what you speak | Lana Kulas | TEDxYouth@HuiliShanghai
Taught by
TEDx
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