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This paper describes how the arrival of the English language in New Zealand changed the status of Maori, the native language. There are details as to what role the Maori language played in shaping the New Zealand English dialect in the beginning and now.

A work analyzing the problems in creating a national language in the United States.

English is considered America's primary language, although federal guidelines mandate that provisions are made to second language learners. This article is a satire regarding America's "core" language's dialects.

This is a paper focusing on the historical aspects of English linguistics that led to the development of what is now known as Modern English. It covers the topics of Old, Middle, Early English, Late English, and their gradual development.

One of the first things that a publisher looks for in a marketable manuscript is character development, which often has much to do with voices, dialects and gestures.

Confusion over dialects and sub-dialects often scares prospective Cherokee language students into inaction. The truth is both more simple and more complex than they could imagine.

In the 20th entury, linguistics documented 50 Danish dialects. Now there are less than a dozen Danish dialects. Disappearing dialects cause a delemma.

What distinguishes a New York speaker from a Boston speaker? You'll be surprised to discover it's more than you realize. From personal accounts to those heard on the street and in the cinema, the two regions are quite separate.

This essay explores the ever-changing ever captivating dialect of different regions within the state of Texas.

Preserving Alaska Native culture is a concern for the residents of Alaska. Fears about loss of unusual and beautiful languages, artwork, and dance that define the population has ignited discussion at the state, federal, and tribal council level.

I walked into my inner-city high school French One class, and started out by distributing textbooks, with the suggestion to "look through them while I finish giving them out".

This article is an overview of the history of the Irish Gaelic language and a general pronunciation guide. Written in MLA format.

American Sign Language (ASL) isn't just for deaf people. Hearing people can use it to communicate with each other and, should they have a friend or family member who is deaf, to communicate with that person as well.

A brief overview of the correlation between the two.

And what makes it so different

Listening to some people pronounce some words of a foreign dialect can be so interesting, humorous or even annoying. Many people have problems in pronouncing new words. I will want us to learn how to perfect the art of pronunciation.

Standard American English: What are the rules?

...most job offerings require you to be "bilingual". This is confusing as there are so many different forms of language in this day and age.

Every place has its own mode of speaking. Even within the same language, there exist regional dialects and accents. Should they be standardized?

The wide range of regional dialects and accents may make it difficult for you to speak and have a conversation in Austria.

There exist various spoken dialects of Modern Scots, which mainly differ from each other in their sound systems.

Nyanja belongs to the Niger-Congo family of languages in Africa. Nyanja has 989,000 speakers in Zambia, 251,800 speakers in Zimbabwe, 3,200,000 in Malawi and 423,000 in Mozambique. It has 6 main dialects.

Teenage Thespians in the heart of the Midwest, will our dialects get in the way of audition success?

There has been much debate over legalizing English as the national language, and more schools are losing their focus on learning foreign languages. This is detrimental to our future generations' cognitive skills, and this article explains why.

More than a dozen countries worldwide are represented by the women of Las Damas Latinas, who share a common language and something of a common culture. Together, they share their memories of the countries where they were born and a love of life.

Often time's people have a negative perspective on the Ethiopian culture. However, Ethiopia has a beautiful culture filled with richness in art, language, religion, and ethnicity.

Who knew English etymology could be this much fun? Part 6 of our zany look at the English language.

The assignment was, "pretend you are a school admin, will you allow the teaching of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn due to the racist language used in the novel."

While the majority of schools, including CA, opt for an English immersion program, more schools across the country are realizing the value of bilingualism with programs designed to promote the acquisition of English without sacrificing native languages.

Linguists have proved that Ebonics is both systematic and rule-governed, just like all other language varieties.

Chinese is a useful language for travelers and business people. There are many routes to take when learning, but which is best?

This column is about how language affects how we view - and create - our world. While its main focus is on student slang, there are also some fictional world building examples.

Sociolinguistics is the "study of language in its social context." This field of study focuses on structure and language use to gain a better understanding of human communication.

Many people spend years trying to master the art of writing in the English language. Unfortunately, preparing documents for international exposure is often overlooked.

Cantonese is both the term for the people and the language. Some of the world's most famous Chinese celebrities have been and spoken Cantonese, including Jackie Chan, Bruce Lee, and Chow Yun Fat.

As the world grows smaller we are faced with the reality that we must learn to communicate more effectively. Language, which is simply a tool to bring us together and to share our thoughts and ideas, is now being used as a tool to segregate.

Writing realistic fiction can be a tough process. You have to make is sound completely real while leaving out all of the real-life idiosyncacies of language.

A knowledge of English is a key to success...around the world.

You might be surprised to find that there are countries on every continent where English is a widely spoken language.

An essay tracing the major themes in the movie "Raising Arizona," most notably, the concept of parenthood, and the use of the absurd in cinema.

Read the history and evolution of today's multi-ethnic, multi-cultural and multilingual Malaysia, comprising of original nomadic tribes, a large chunk of Chinese and a small portion of Indians.

Thought commercial whaling was gone for good? Think again. Japan and Norway want it back, regardless of what even their own people think or whom it might hurt.

The urban Filipino psyche has corrupted its view of youth activism. Young activists are viewed as trouble-makers and delinquents. This article tries to delve into the Filipino psyche to explain such perception and it's evolution through the years.

A single mom of three snarky teenagers offers some hard-won advice on communicating with teens...

On Thursday 'Survivor: Cook Islands' - the 13th season of the reality series - will premiere. For the first time since its debut, the not-so-popular-as-of-late survival show has the land all atwitter and abuzz.

Description of online collective project of volunteers to make audio books of works in the US Public Domain. References to outside sites providing similar.

The historical basis behind why the Germans speak German and the French lose battles.

Brief history of the Netherlands. Also how to establish a business there.

Jean Toomer and Zora Neale Hurston's writing were heavily influenced on the American South and the small southern town.

Ah, the good ole Bible, the best book ever written or a bunch of baloney? Most of us are familiar with stories IN the Bible, but what's the story ON the Bible?

The Asian-American market is the fastest growing market in the United States. In this highly educated market 87% of adults over 25 have at least a high school education, 47% hold a bachelors degree, and 16% have a PhD or other advanced degree.

If you want to try something different, come to the island of Bohol, where mysterious caves abound.

The Chocolate Hills, it's not really chocolate but seeing it is equally satisfying.

Timothy B. Weston and Lionel M. Jensen provide a comprehensive and alternative picture of contemporary China with their book, China: beyond the Headlines (2000).

My intention with this article is to answer some of your questions about becoming a voice over talent. I address getting an agent, what a casting director does, cool edit pro and studio production.

There is a huge difference in love. People are always searching for this four letter word. In this research paper we discuss the variables of love, ultimately ending up with the true form of love.

In the film directed by Gus Van Sant, Good Will Hunting, the Boston dialect is emphasized, but not shone in a flattering light.

Overall, Gillespie's CD is a pleasurable, broadening exploration of jazz.

This paper begins with the development of the Sumerian civilization. It goes on to describe the culture, along with a physical description of the Sumerian people. The writing system, achievements, religion, & their laws are also discussed.

The New England island of Martha's Vineyard was once home to an unusually large population of deaf people, as a result of hereditary deafness propagated through inbreeding. These individuals were a vibrant part of the local community.

As student characteristics change over the years, techniques must also adapt to fit the needs of today's students. One approach being used is the Meaningful and Motivating strategy, nicknamed the "M & M" approach.

Dialect in literature is a helpful tool that an author may use in order to make his or her characters well-rounded.

Both writers of multiculturalism Patrick Court and Lisa Delpit have similiarities within their ideas of teaching multiculturalism.

Analyzes case studies of different forms of parent and community involvement in elementary schools. Reviews outcomes in terms of student, parent, and administrator empowerment.

Scottish Festivals have become very popular events in America. As more Americans discover their genealogical links to Scotland, the attendance at these events will likely increase. Here are are some suggestions for a successful Scottish Festival.

Discusses the different types of addons for Firefox. Directs readers to appropriate resources.

The leaders of all nations must put an end to the concept of ruinous warfare and bloodshed, and address the primary requisites necessary to establish world peace.

A critical analysis of martial arts star Bruce Lee and his role as a cultural symbol.

For a real adventure, try San Sebastian, a former getaway for the monied and powerful. Its lovely beaches, beachfront attractions and gustatory delights will make for a memorable vacation.

A glimpse into the lives of the oldest known inhabitants of the Kalahari Desert of Southern Africa; the Bushmen.

Being a 20 year veteran of Ren Faires and Fests big and small, Constance suggests a few tips to the average Faire-goer to get the most out of their visit.

When reading about the Chumash, you will learn about who they were, where they lived along the California coastline, how long they inhabited California, the religion they practiced and how they saw the world, where they are and what happened to then over time.

We have all experienced it; it is even "discussed" in Ira & George Gershwin's song "Let's Call the Whole Thing Off". Usually, it's not a big deal, but on occasion a mispronunciation just cuts me to the core.

Notably amongst these candidates are; Mitt Romney, Barack Obama, and Fred Thompson who according to an AP report, their names has no Chinese character. They might be given nicknames.

My thoughts on why poor grammar and spelling turns me off a piece of writing, even if the concept is good.

A comparative study of Singaporean governmental policies and its British colonial roots, especially in maintaining social control and economic prosperity.

You have probably flunked some tests in high school or in college. You may have even gone bad during your SATs, but can you imagine failing your tests 39 times? Well, this what has going on for some time in India.

This is a story that I had to condense into approximately 1000 words - so there is much that could've been added.

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Nationalism is the idea that members of a nation share certain commonalities.

Wellerisms are an idiosyncratic genre of wordplay: hard to define, at times impossible to interpret, silly, sardonic, and irreverent. They have been around for almost 50 centuries, but their allure, although somewhat faded, is far from extinct.

Contrary to popular belief, dialogue in a fiction manuscript should not resemble what actually occurs between two people in a conversation.

A look at the controversy about Nobel Prize winning writer/activist, Menchu=- trying to separate truth from fictio0n and/or exaggeration

An examination of the many, many, many types of theater in the world, their history and why Broadway usually sucks.

While the medical transcription business may have that "get-rich-quick-scheme" look, it really is a great way to work from home either full-time or part-time. Here are a few tips.

Over 40 million single men and women have turned to on-line dating services; Match.com being one of the most popular. But, play by the rules or you'll find yourself banished from the romantic Internet!

Are your characters lifeless and not attracting the emotions of your readers? Building Believable Characters by Marc McCutcheon is the answer you're looking for.

The lifestyle of a Southerner (U.S.A.) can be pretty confusing for a Northerner (U.S.A.) or someone from another country, especially because they say we "Talk Funny" or simply because we say "Ya'll instead of "You Guys?."

The Bits and Bobs of the Easy Brit/Yankee Primer - translation: The Bits and Pieces of Britishese you need to know to get about in the United Kingdom.

This is part six in a multi-part series on creative writing. This article focuses on developing your writing style.

Gerald Gardner, the 'founder' of Wicca, has been attributed with many things regarding the religion. How many of these accomplishments are true? What debates are there over authenticity? Validity?

This is sixth in a multi-part series on creative writing. This article deals with developing your own writing style.

A Filipino tries to explain using historical facts and contemporary culture.

It is essential to structure the organization along lines that will facilitate communication and teamwork, so that the enterprise functions as a cohesive unit when viewed from a high level.

Founded by the Dutch as a separate colony from Manhattan, Harlem was the home to many different peoples. After the Civil War freed blacks chose Harlem as their new home in New York City, transforming this quaint neighborhood into a cauldron of music, culture and crime.

The historical, structural, stylistic, and ideological development of writers in West Africa has led to a somewhat negative impact on West African culture.

To function in society, an individual must be literate.

Many couple's therapy programs utilize language therapy to improve intimacy and sexual health

I had a recent conversation with a relative over teaching foreign language to my kids. This person has a daughter in college who is majoring in languages. I was thoroughly impressed by this young woman.