Code Switching in Academia
Sun, Mar 19
|Richardson
In this Workshop, young people will learn about the history of Ebonics and provide tools for navigating code-switching in the classroom and higher education.
Time & Location
Mar 19, 2023, 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Richardson, 3605 Shire Blvd, Richardson, TX 75082, USA
About the event
Interactive Workshop for teenagers 13-18 years old (middle/high schoolers)
Join us as we teach young people the origin of Ebonics and the meaning of Code-Switching in a fun and interactive environment.
Don't miss this chance to learn and connect with other young people! We hope to see you there!
Event Schedule:
3:30 pm | Welcome & Introductions
Standard American English vs. Ebonics
4:00 pm | When Black Folk Talk!
Create Your Own Rap Bars
4:30 pm | Ebonics in the Classroom
5:00 pm | What is Code Switching?
5:30 pm | Mock Interviews
Guest Speaker: Dr. Kimberly Wren