Language, the Sexes and the Teacher of English.

Makri-Tsilipakou, Marianthi

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Publication Date: 1987

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Language, the Sexes and the Teacher of English.

Makri-Tsilipakou, Marianthi

Journal of Applied Linguistics, n3 p66-87 1987

Discusses the manifestation of sexism in language and makes practical suggestions for overcoming these problems in second-language instruction. Topics covered include forms of address; occupational titles; exclusion of gender; sexual stereotyping; sex differences in language use; politeness; verbosity; and classroom interaction. (CB)

Descriptors: English (Second Language), Language Styles, Language Usage, Second Language Instruction, Sex Bias, Sex Fairness, Sex Role, Sociolinguistics, Speech Acts, Stereotypes

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive

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Language: English

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