How Language Shows Who We Are
Students will explore how the way we speak, including using different languages or dialects in different situations, helps show our identity and connect us to groups.
Key Questions
- How does the way you speak change depending on who you're talking to?
- Can your language show where you come from?
- Why do people sometimes switch between languages?
MOE Syllabus Outcomes
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