The Wrong Code?In this lesson, we are going to take a look at code-switching. Starr's fight between two worlds is dripping of almost all pages.
What does it mean to grow up in one culture but to fit in into another you have to adapt all that you know? Furthermore, we'll take a look at how words or jokes could be hurtful for one person while it was only intended as banter by the speaker. After this lesson: - you've learned more about what it means to "code-switch". - You know the difference between intent and impact. - You took a stand on racial jokes. |
CODE SWITCHING (noun):
the practice of changing one’s language, dialect or speaking style to better fit one’s environment.
the practice of changing one’s language, dialect or speaking style to better fit one’s environment.