Sociolinguists Trying to Make a Difference : Race, Research, and Linguistic Activism 1

Pages: 242 - 250
Published: Sep 17, 2019
Abstract
This chapter examines John R. Rickford’s commitment to using sociolinguistic research to advance social justice, particularly but not only for black language users. Drawing on Rickford’s (1997b) critique of sociolinguists’ ‘unequal partnership’ with speakers of African American English, the chapter surveys Rickford’s three goals for sociolinguistic scholarship and teaching with regard to the African American community and other racialized...
Paper Details
Title
Sociolinguists Trying to Make a Difference : Race, Research, and Linguistic Activism 1
Published Date
Sep 17, 2019
Journal
Pages
242 - 250
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