https://www-jstor-org.ezproxy.umgc.edu/stable/pdf/455493
https://www-jstor-org.ezproxy.umgc.edu/stable/pdf/455854
Your paper should be at least 1,500 words long and include information from four or more peer-reviewed academic sources from UMGC library databases. List these sources in a References section at the end of your paper and use standard APA format for citations in the paper itself.
In addition, your paper should follow the norms for research papers in organization, language, and development.
Your paper needs to include a discussion of the following topics to be considered complete but may also include other topics:
A description of where and when your language or dialect first developed, i.e., trace the linguistic roots of your language or dialect.
Some detailed explanation and examples of the distinctive features of your language or dialect. Consider sounds, words, sentences.
A discussion of the present and past cultural context(s) for the use of this language/dialect. You may consider literature, music, food, specific groups, among relevant cultural patterns.
A description of the socio-economic implications of using your language/dialect as identified by scholars and as experienced by you or your family. This may include among other things access to social groups, education, and jobs.
Questions on these topics or other aspects of your project are welcome at any time.
Guidelines for essay
Your essay should be at least 1,500 words (excluding bibliography and heading).
You should use and cite four or more peer-reviewed academic sources from UMGC library databases
Your paper should be double-spaced, with one-inch margins. Use a font such as Times New Roman, 12 point.
Keep your standard English straightforward and check your spelling and grammar carefully. Poor spelling and grammar will affect your grade.
Use in-text citations in APA style.
List all documents cited in a References page at the end of your paper.