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Intro to AAVE Class Four: Historical Development of AAVE

In this session, we delve into the historical trajectory of African American Vernacular English (AAVE), examining its roots, development, and regional variations. Building upon our previous discussions, we aim to...

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Intro to AAVE Class Three: Grammatical Structures in AAVE

Class Three we highlighted the structural beauty of AAVE. Understanding these grammatical nuances helps break down misconceptions and highlights how language evolves under social and historical pressures. Recognizing the complexity...

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Intro to AAVE Class Two: Phonological Features

In Week 2 of our course, we journeyed into the phonological features that define AAVE. Today’s post offers a recap of our lesson. Below you will find the youtube video...

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Intro to AAVE Class One: Introduction

In our first class, we explored the foundational aspects of African American Vernacular English (AAVE), covering its definition, scope, misconceptions, and cultural significance. We began by defining AAVE as a systematic and...

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Sounds of Culture: Intro to AAVE Course Syllabus

Instructor Shakeema Funchess Tiktok @Adventuresinzenbooks Office location The DMs Office hours As scheduled  Course overview This course provides an in-depth exploration of African American Vernacular English (AAVE), focusing on its...

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