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    are about two different type of languages, Standard English and Non Standard English. And both texts demonstrate importance of language as a social power. Also a major difference about definition of Standard English and non-standard English in each case. Firstly, it seems that these two texts have more similarities than differences. As an example, both authors argue about two different English Languages, Standard English and Non Standard English. While they define them differently that will be mentioned

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    For those who want to benefit from life, knowing an international language like English is like catching a goldfish (it is magic). As a global language, English is breaking the obstacles in communication and exchange of cross-cultural information. According to David Crystal in the book “English as a Global Language” (2003), he states that Language has no independent existence, living in some sort of mystical space apart from the people who speak it. Language exists only in the brains and mouths and

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    landscape, literature takes place as a cultural phenomenon. English language has been internalized in the non-English speaking world in lieu of a 'universal linguistic heritage '. But how far this adapted language has been able to express Indian experience or to what extent native Indian writers have been able to cope with this is a matter of discussion. Indian literature is still in process to cope with the traditions of native English and to express Indian consciousness through native colouring

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    Brittany Snyder Prescriptive Pedagogy versus Descriptive Pedagogy 28 September 2017 In the world of the English language, the debate over whether a prescriptive pedagogy or a descriptive pedagogy is more effective is a popular topic. According to The Oxford Companion to the English Language, prescriptivism is defined as, “an approach that sets out rules for what is regarded as correct in a language,” and descriptivism is defined as, “an approach that proposes the objective and systematic description

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    However, the term ‘Cockney’ is informal. Its most extraordinary characteristic is the usage of rhyming schemes to code their language, but then again, there are also several phonological features which differentiate ‘Cockney’ from other British accents and dialects. Three of those features are going to be described. One of the most common characteristic, that distinguishes ‘Cockney English’ from RP English, is the so called ‘glottal stop’ [ʔ] or otherwise known as ‘t-glottalization’. In order

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    Prescriptivism v. Descriptivism

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    The Language Wars have been waged in the realm of English Literature, Language and Linguistics for years. Both sides of the argument are staunch believers in their position, but are more than willing to concede points to the other sides’ favour. In Bryan A. Garner’s essay, “Making Peace in the Language Wars”, he describes himself as a ‘descriptive prescriber’ (Garner, Making Peace in the Language Wars 2008, 270), and offers a truce that fulfils both sides of the argument as the crux of his essay

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    If Shakespeare Can Do It

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    If Shakespeare Can Do It Because my wife has an English degree, she always defends her made up words and grammar rules by simply stating, “Shakespeare did it, I can too.” Now, I don’t always agree with her just-because-I-have-an-English-degree attitude, but we do agree on one small thing: The written English language needs a singular gender-neutral pronoun that replaces the clunky alternatives English speakers have now. English is a relatively young language compared to most others still around

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    Communication Barriers The immediate background, distance between communicators, personal impairments, technical failures or illnesses inevitably act as communication barriers. In addition, linguistic variation including accents, idioms, tones and usage of technical jargons can affect effective transmission of information. Moreover, our perceptions in others’ culture, religion, values and experience can restrict efficient communication. As well as, lack of feedback, emotions, defensiveness, power

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    begins to grow with the influx of non-English speaking immigrants, the need to communicate has become a great need in our country. In the medical community it is especially important to be able to communicate with one another and be understood. Providing goals that will support communication, will foster the communication between patients and providers to give and receive the best optimal care. Medical providers can deliver better communication with non-English speaking patients by conducting a primary

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    Definition Essay - The Meaning of Private

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    from any public organization or institution.  In reference to dictionary definition, there is a dual understanding and common usage of the word private, each derived from the context in which it is used, either individual or communal. The individual

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