Teaching Language Variation in the Classroom : Strategies and Models from Teachers and Linguists

Bringing together the varied and multifaceted expertise of teachers and linguists in one accessible volume, this book presents practical tools, grounded in cutting-edge research, for teaching about language and language diversity in the ELA classroom. By demonstrating practical ways teachers can implement research-driven linguistic concepts in their own teaching environment, each chapter offers real-world lessons as well as clear methods for instructing students on the diversity of language. Written for pre-service and in-service teachers, this book includes easy-to-use lesson plans, pedagogical strategies and activities, as well as a wealth of resources carefully designed to optimize student comprehension of language variation.

Michelle D. Devereaux is Associate Professor of English Education at Kennesaw State University, USA.

Chris C. Palmer is Associate Professor of English at Kennesaw State University, USA.