Qualitative measures
Value of standard language
- The correct way to handle language differences in the classroom is to accept them. It is also very necessary,
however, for teachers to introduce students
to Standard English, which is used in textbooks across the country. Without the knowledge of Standard English, it is virtually impossible
for students, regardless of speech and cultural background, to succeed in higher level courses.
- I feel on some level that school, especially English class, is almost a finishing ground for the professional face
you will give to the outside world
(potential employers, college recruiters and by allowing students to just cast those teachings aside and stick to their native dialects and
customs it is giving them permission to fail in the professional world.