This is a lesson introducing students to the concepts surrounding political correctness and linguistic reflectionism and determinism. It explores the Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis, Steven Pinker, The Euphemism Treadmill, Miller and Swift, Fairclough, David Crystal and Deborah Cameron’s views on the issue. There is a final writing prompt, plus a past paper exemplar from AQA. It will take approximately 2 hours to cover in enough depth. Enjoy!

A full 14 slide PowerPoint breakdown of language and linguistic features with examples. PowerPoint can be used as an introduction to: creative, descriptive or narrative writing. PowerPoint can be used as a reflection or revision tool to recap language features and to develop the craft of writing effectively.

Perfect if you are a course developer, this is a complete 37-page degree proposal for an undergraduate degree in languages and linguistics. Includes: Selling points of the degree Entry requirements Strands Suggestions for cultural content Module progression summary Language strand summary Two, three, or “split” year options Semester(s) abroad option PLUS 24 module descriptions across levels 4, 5 and 6 This highly flexible degree combines foreign language study, linguistics and vocational modules, and so would appeal to a huge range of students.

Using as an introductory task, steering students to the finer details of grammar and analysis - in a fun and straightforward way. One note. Three suspects… WHODDUNNIT?

Lang/Lit courses are often quite vague on which devices and approaches should be explored, and students always want a clear list of what they need to learn. I have pared back the amount of approaches and devices for my groups to allow them maximum depth of understanding, as opposed to feature-spotting with too broad a palette. This list is not extensive, but suitable for candidates studying Language and Literature combined courses of all abilities. Used for OCR, but would work for all boards.

Display for MFL departments/classrooms showing celebrities, their names, what they're famous for and flags to represent the languages they speak. (LY)

This presentation covers a range of topics including language development, connotation, denotation, semantics, language and gender, language and race. It ends up focusing on how words can make such a difference through the meanings we apply to them based on context and culture.

A-Level English Language - Linguistic Representation PowerPoint Useful for those studying AQA as linguistic features is covered on the exam in the textual variations and representations section. The revision material includes slides on all of the following with lots of examples: Linguistic terms Nouns Adjectives Adverbs Pronouns Sentence Type Clauses Adjuncts Analysis Morphology Mod Graphology Deviant Spelling

30+ page booklet which gives a brief overview of: • Lexis • Syntax • Grammar • Semantics • Pragmatics • Cohesion • Morphology • Phonology • Graphology Includes some activities and a glossary to be completed by the student.

An interesting lesson for the ‘thinkers’ of your class. This is a free sample resource to get students talking about how language can affect the world around us. The lesson asks them to investigate the linguistic issues around AI and intellectual property. There are also additional links to Podcasts, videos and the LAMDA script, if you want to explore the topic further. If you liked the lesson, like our teacher Facebook page : https://www.facebook.com/ If your students want revision tips, they can follow our student Instagram :https://www.instagram.com/gatsbyacademics/

A lesson and resource to introduce Old English.

A 10 lesson unit comprising a 70 slide PowerPoint, 9 different worksheets (including texts for analysis) exploring the topic of Language Change and a summary terminology and theory sheet. Each lesson includes a starting discussion prompt which acts as a learning objective, detailed notes on the theories and concepts listed below, a worksheet (with the exception of lesson nine) and activities, and a homework task. The following theories and concepts are covered: Lexical, Semantic, Phonological, Grammatical and Orthographical processes David Crystal – A Sea of Language Change and tidal metaphor (1999) Diachronic and Synchronic Linguistic Change Origins of Old English and Middle English Descriptivism and Prescriptivism Samuel Johnson – Dictionary of the English Language (1755) Robert Lowth – A Short Introduction to English Grammar (1762) Jonathan Swift - ‘A Proposal for Correcting, Improving and Ascertaining the English Tongue’ (1712) John Walker – A Critical Pronouncing Dictionary (1791) Otto Jespersen – Great Vowel Shift (1909) William Caxton – Printing Press (1476) John McWhorter – Textspeak (2013) Jean Aitchison – Language Change Progress or Decay? (2012) Vocal Fry and Uptalk Martin Janssen – Lexical gaps (2012) Functional view/theory Linguistic determinism and the Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis Charles Hockett - Random Fluctuation Theory (1958) Peter Trudgill – Language Myths (1990) John Humphrys – Prescriptivist grammatical change Lynne Truss – Eats, Shoots and Leaves (2003) Jean Aitchison – A Web of Worries (1996) Guy Deutscher – The Unfolding of Language (2006) James Milroy and Lesley Milroy – Complaint tradition (1985) Robert Lane Greene – You Are What You Speak (2011) There are some references to AQA-style A Level specification questions, but you can adapt these if needs be. These can be found on slides 59-67. Lesson 9 is based on an AQA A Level question. The final lesson is a consolidation activity complete with guided revision cards. Alternatively, you could use an app such as Quizlet so that the students could produce digital revision resources. Check out my other English Language A Level resources! Language and Gender Language and Region Language and Power and Occupation Language and Global and World Englishes Language and Technology Language and Ethnicity Language and Social Groups Language Discourses Child Language Acquisition Speaking

A detailed lesson to the concept of 'Textual Analysis'. Follows on from the study of language levels and focuses on the mode, genre and pragmatics of English articles. A clear lesson with accessible activities included. Progress of the lesson follows Bloom's Taxonomy of skills, culminating in self-evaluation. Geared towards AQA 2015 specification but can be used for any examination board.

Introduction to Language & Linguistics - Complete pdf lesson - 2024 Unlock the world of linguistics with this engaging, introductory lesson designed for secondary school and A-level students. Perfect for both beginner and advanced learners, this Introduction to Language & Linguistics unit provides a comprehensive exploration of the fascinating study of language, its structure, and its role in human communication. Key Features? Comprehensive Introduction to Linguistics: Discover foundational topics including Phonetics & Phonology, Morphology, Syntax, Semantics, Pragmatics, Sociolinguistics, and Discourse Analysis. Interactive Starter Discussions: Engage students right from the start with thought-provoking discussion tasks, such as exploring the meaning of linguistics and the importance of language in human society. Key Linguistic Concepts Explained: Each major area of linguistics is clearly explained with relatable examples, making complex concepts accessible to all learners. Topics include how languages are formed, evolve over time, and vary across social groups. Real-World Applications: Introduce students to theories like the Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis, with examples such as how different cultures perceive color differently. Encourage critical thinking about how language shapes thought and cultural perspectives. Collaborative Learning & Reflection: Foster a collaborative learning environment with activities like Think, Pair, Share, and reflective questions on how language influences the way we perceive the world. These exercises help students articulate their thoughts and develop their understanding of the subject. Mind Mapping & Creative Exercises: Students will also get the chance to create a language biography mind map, allowing them to reflect on their own linguistic journey, including their first words, influential texts, and multilingual experiences. This lesson is a must-have for any educator looking to provide a solid foundation in linguistics. With its blend of discussion, practical analysis, and reflection, it makes an excellent introduction to the study of language. Whether you’re looking to enrich your A-level English language curriculum or just want to inspire your students with the science of communication, this resource has everything you need. **Find more engaging language and linguistics resources in my store: Mr. Mac’s Resource Packs! **

A lesson that practices linguistic methodology for Year 12s and 13s with a Christmas twist - possibly a nice idea for that difficult last lesson of term!

A 9 lesson unit comprising a 65 slide PowerPoint and 9 different worksheets exploring the Original Writing NEA for AQA English Language A Level. Each lesson includes a starting discussion prompt which acts as a learning objective, detailed guidance on the skills and ideas listed below, a worksheet and activities, worked questions and exemplar responses, and a homework task. The following skills are covered: Original writing – what is it? Genre, purpose and audience How to analyse a text based on its genre, purpose and audience Information texts and their linguistic features Persuasive texts and their linguistic features Storytelling texts and their linguistic features How to choose and annotate a style model How to plan and write the first draft of the original writing piece How to review and edit a second draft of the original writing piece How to plan and write the commentary Check out my other English Language resources: Language Investigation Language and Gender Language and Region Language and Power and Occupation Language and Global and World Englishes Language Change Language and Technology Language and Ethnicity Language and Social Groups Analysing Spoken Language Child Language Acquisition - Speech Child Language Acquisition - Reading and Writing Language Discourses - Section B, Question 3 Language Discourses - Opinion Writing - Section B Question 4 Language Levels AQA Paper 2 Revision

A 10 lesson unit comprising a 68 slide PowerPoint, 9 different worksheets (including texts for analysis) exploring the topic of Language and Ethnicity and a summary terminology and theory sheet. Each lesson includes a starting discussion prompt which acts as a learning objective, detailed notes on the theories and concepts listed below, a worksheet (with the exception of lesson nine) and activities, and a homework task. The following theories and concepts are covered: Idiolect, dialect, sociolect and ethnolect Pidgins and creoles Multicultural London English – Cheshire andKerswill (2011) Multicultural British English – Drummond (2016) Black British English – Thompson (2022) Code switching – Haugen (1950s) Code mixing – Wardhaugh (1986) Types of Code Switching West Yorkshire Study - Ives (2014) White talk Black talk - Hewitt (1986) South London Study - Ives (2014) Code Switching - Holmes (2017) Language in a Black Community - Edwards (1986) The objectification of ‘Jafaican’ - Kerswill (2014) Ethnolects - Eckert (2008) Stylising the ‘roadman’ - Ilbury (2023) Style-shifting in Multicultural London English - Oxbury and De Leeuw (2020) Phonetic variation and change in the Cockney Diaspora - Cole and Evans (2020) Style Repertoire and Social Change in British Asian English – Sharma (2011) Style variation – Sharma and Rampton (2015) Aspects of identity in a second language – Drummond (2012) Language as a resistance identity – Pitts (2012) Black/white borders through linguistic stylization – Clark (2003) Style shifting and identity – Barrett (1994) Cultural appropriation in language – McWhorter (2021) Language and ethnicity and identity – Ogbu (1999) Linguistic Injustice – Baker-Bell (2020) There are some references to AQA-style A Level specification questions, but you can adapt these if needs be. These can be found on slides 57-65. Lesson 9 is based on an AQA A Level question. The final lesson is a consolidation activity complete with guided revision cards. Alternatively, you could use an app such as Quizlet so that the students could produce digital revision resources. Check out my other English Language A Level resources! Language and Gender Language and Region Language and Power and Occupation Language and Global and World Englishes Language Change Language and Technology Language and Social Groups Language Discourses Language Discourses Opinion Writing

An extensive list of the literary and linguistic techniques which are so often used for GCSE and A Level English courses.

Targeted at developing KS4 and A-Level pupils' clarity of analysis and explanations of language, this comprehensive resource demonstrates how teachers can educate students about how language reflects gender, occupation and social class. In teaching pupils the sociolinguistic perspectives, pupils are more capable to analyse and explain how literary writer's such as Shakespeare and Dickens use language in order to reinforce stereotypes and create characterisation, relationships and plot progression.

A 10 lesson unit comprising a 68 slide PowerPoint, 9 different worksheets (including texts for analysis) exploring the topic of Language and Technology and a summary terminology and theory sheet. Each lesson includes a starting discussion prompt which acts as a learning objective, detailed notes on the theories and concepts listed below, a worksheet (with the exception of lesson nine) and activities, and a homework task. The following theories and concepts are covered: Hiltz and Turoff – CMC (1978) Emmanuel Schegloff – Telephone conversation structure (1986) David Crystal – Textspeak (2004) Celia Klin – The role of full stops in text messages (2015) David Crystal – Netspeak (2004 and 2008) Eric Partridge – Dictionary of Abbreviations (1942) Crispin Thurlow – Sociolinguistic functions of text messages (2003) Tim Shortis – The Language of ICT (2000) John McWhorter – Fingered speech and texting (2013) Elizabeth Eisenstein – The Printing Press (1983) Jeff Jarvis – the positive impact of the internet on language (2023) Susan Herring – CMC and CMDA (2018) Christopher Werry – IRC and Netiquette (1996) Condon and Čech – E-mail discourse (2010) Amanda Roig-Marin – Cyber-neologism blends (2016) Evelyn Nien-Ming Ch’ien – The Democratization of English (2004) Hyejeong Ahn and Jieun Kiaer – Korean Pop Culture Words (2021) Philip Seargeant – The Emoji Revolution (2019) Michele Zappavigna and Lorenzo Logi – Emoji and Social Media Paralanguage (2024) danah boyd – It’s Complicated: The Social Lives of Networked Teens (2004) Gretchen McCulloch – Because Internet (2022) There are some references to AQA-style A Level specification questions, but you can adapt these if needs be. These can be found on slides 57-65. Lesson 9 is based on an AQA A Level question. The final lesson is a consolidation activity complete with guided revision cards. Alternatively, you could use an app such as Quizlet so that the students could produce digital revision resources. Check out my other English Language A Level resources! Language and Gender Language and Region Language and Power and Occupation Language and Global and World Englishes Language Change Language and Ethnicity Language and Social Groups Language Discourses Language Discourses Opinion Writing Language Investigation AQA Paper 2 Revision

An exam for students of introductory linguistics. A total of 8 questions cover some of the main areas of linguistics: Language classification Language change Morphology (including word classes and word building) Syntax (including complements and word order) Phonetics Could work as either a summative assessment or an initial diagnostic.