Identity and Youth Culture · Interpersonal Communication

Subcultures and Belonging

Investigating how slang and specialized vocabulary create a sense of community among young people.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does language function as a gatekeeper for specific social groups?
  2. 2What role does music and fashion play in the evolution of modern slang?
  3. 3How can we identify the difference between formal register and youth vernacular?

ACARA Content Descriptions

AC9L10C01AC9L10U04
Year: Year 10
Subject: Languages (LOTE)
Unit: Identity and Youth Culture
Period: Interpersonal Communication

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