Language, Power, and Identity · Modern Era
Language and Gender Performance
Analyzing the theories surrounding how men and women use language and how these patterns are evolving.
Key Questions
- 1Is gendered speech a biological inevitability or a social performance?
- 2How has the use of 'uptalk' and 'vocal fry' been used to marginalize female speakers?
- 3In what ways are modern non-binary pronouns challenging traditional grammatical structures?
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
A-Level: English Language - Language and GenderA-Level: English Language - Identity and Representation
Year: Year 12
Subject: English
Unit: Language, Power, and Identity
Period: Modern Era
Suggested Methodologies
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