The african american guide to better english and the editor of dondas rules. The mcclendon report 20 sponsorship opportunities authorstream presentation. Jan 19, 2014 using ax for ask dates back to at least chaucer. May 18, 2007 students writing has drastically gone downhill and garrard mcclendon understands this as well. The african american guide to better english, a book later followed by a dvd aimed at teaching black children how to speak standard american english, and when to use that instead of their black vernacular. Mcclendon is also an associate professor at chicago state university and the author of ax or ask. Oct 23, 2004 this blog seeks to share information on black english dialect and mainstream english in america. This blog seeks to share information on black english dialect and mainstream english in america.
Its the most noticeable term in africanamericanisms. Garrard mcclendons views on the news, the trends, his books, and the essence of informed opinions. See all 5 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. The african american guide to better english ebook. Used as a text and reference book in nine school systems, the book explores how blacks can improve their speaking and writing.
See garrard mcclendon and his book, ax or ask the african american guide to. He was the host of the mcclendon report and garrard mcclendon live on cltv, and earned the emmy award for his show off 63rd with garrard mcclendon on wycc. Sep 24, 2010 cltv cancels garrard mcclendon live details published on friday, 24 september 2010 21. The african american guide to better english by garrard mcclendon 20040624 by garrard mcclendon isbn. He holds degrees from wabash college and valparaiso university. Garrard mcclendon is an associate professor at chicago state university and the author of ax or ask. Ax or ask the african american guide to better english. The african american guide to better english by garrard mcclendon 20040601. Why chaucer said ax instead of ask, and why some still. Black english african american vernacular english worlds. Used as a text and reference book in 9 school systems, the book. The book is a useful guide to standard english for all groups, although it is especially designed for and directed to the african american community as indicated in its titleax or. In garrard mcclendons educational, but humorous book, ax or ask.
Yet, in hindsight, im sure that wasnt the proper reaction. Why chaucer said ax instead of ask, and why some still do. Mcclendon appeared on fox news in their special report. Mcclendon is also the author of the book, ax or ask the africanamerican guide to better english. Nov 17, 2011 mcclendon has hosted garrard mcclendon live on cltv, the mcclendon report on wvon1690 am, and commentary for wttwchannel 11s chicago tonight. Garrard mcclendon born february 10, 1966 is an american professor, writer, filmmaker, and the host of the pbs show counterpoint with garrard mcclendon. The book is a useful guide to standard english for all groups, although it is especially designed for and directed to the african american community as indicated in its title ax or ask. See garrard mcclendon and his book, ax or ask the african american guide to better english on fox news chicago. James baldwin strikes up an interesting, and controversial idea in his essay.
Suit shoes is the story of a childs journey with language and how grownups just dont get it. Buy ax or ask the african american guide to better english reprint by garrard mcclendon isbn. Garrard s you tube video shows that different cultures and backgrounds do indeed speak different. Pronounce ask as ax, and immediately many will assume that. Words that matter, and black english perry marshall. Amazon price new from used from kindle edition please retry.
Garrard mcclendon gives the correct pronunciation of the word ask. The african american guide to better english, an instructional guide geared toward helping students improve their language skills. The african american guide to better english garrard mcclendon on. Jan 19, 2014 if black english isnt a language, then tell me, what is. Why do many blacks say finna, skrimps, ax, skrate, and fixin to.
The african american guide to better english, i found myself howling with laughter at times. The african american guide to better english to help blacks with school achievement, standardized testing, and to destroy educational, occupational, and economic exploitation. Garrard mcclendon has written a terrific book which is apparently receiving flak from some quarters for perceived political incorrectness. This would translate into you all and like in the video, when some say ask it sounds like ax. Ax or ask the african american guide to better english by. Garrard mcclendon is the host of the pbs show counterpoint on lakeshore public media. Students writing has drastically gone downhill and garrard mcclendon understands this as well. Jun 03, 2007 see garrard mcclendon and his book, ax or ask the african american guide to better english on fox news chicago the orange county school district could sure use a guy like this. Garrard mcclendon is an american english dialect consultant who teaches african americans how to speak mainstream americanenglish in order to avoid employment and educational exclusion. Sometimes children have a better understanding of words than adults. Code switch people often question why some pronounce the word ask as ax. Oh yes, hahahahaha i never thought of it like this. He has hosted the mcclendon report, garrard mcclendon live on cltv, and earned the emmy award for his show off 63rd with garrard mcclendon on wycc.
Garrard mcclendon and his book, ax or ask the african. Download heidegger and a hippo walk through those pearly gates. As of tonight, this show has been taken off the air by cltv. Garrard mcclendon is a writer, professor, and talk show host.
Cash mclendon series by jeff guinn goodreads share book. Its true isnt it many do say this, but i guess its because they simply arent aware, dont know, or maybe their english skills are quite poor. Garrard mcclendon, a black professor and talkshow host, has titled a book aks or ask. The african american guide to better english by garrard mcclendon 2004 0603 on. Its often the first thing even black people bring up as an example of bad grammar. Click to share on twitter opens in new window click to share on facebook opens in new window click to print opens in new window. This book is a must for teachers and parents of african american students. Buy the book, ax or ask the african american guide to better english at. Dec 08, 2010 garrard mcclendon and his book, ax or ask the african american guide to better english. Garrard mcclendon, a black professor and talk show host, has titled a book. He is a tenured professor at chicago state university. Garrard mcclendon is an american english dialect consultant who teaches african americans how to speak mainstream american english in order to avoid employment and educational exclusion. Quinn have you ever wondered why we choose the words we use.
Used as a text and reference book in 9 school systems, the book explores how blacks can improve their speaking and writing skills, avoiding educational and occupational exclusion. Garrard mcclendon, professor at chicago state university is the author of ax or ask. Jones fcat scores give hope to struggling school the frated orange school is singled out for praise by floridas education chief. Have you read garrard mcclendon s book, ax or ask the african american guide to better english. The african american guide to better english 3rd by garrard mcclendon isbn. Dec 03, 20 the most common stereotype of black vernacular is the pronunciation of the word ask as ax. Mar 07, 2010 garrard later carried that message to wvonam 1690 before landing the garrard mcclendon live show on cltv, which is owned by tribune co. Garrard mcclendon s views on the news, the trends, his books, and the essence of informed opinions. He also holds degrees from wabash college and valparaiso university. The book has been reprinted seven times and is currently taught in 30 school districts. The african american guide to better english by garrard mcclendon 20040602 by garrard mcclendon isbn. Garrard mcclendon, a professor at chicago state university, is the author of ax or ask.
The african american guide to better english by garrard mcclendon 20040601 garrard mcclendon on. Who garrard mcclendon is, and what he actually teaches and. Garrard mcclendon and his book, ax or ask the african american guide to better english. Garrards you tube video shows that different cultures and backgrounds do indeed speak different. Skip to main navigation skip to main navigation skip to search skip to search skip to content. The african american guide to better english by garrard. Used as a text and reference book in nine school systems, the book explores how blacks can improve their speaking and writing skills, avoiding educational and occupational exclusion. The african american guide to better english paperback oct 1 2003. Amazon pay best sellers mobiles customer service new releases pantry sell computers books amazonbasics. We axed several linguists, and it turns out that ax. Mar 07, 2010 garrard mcclendon describes it as a divine moment.
Garrard mcclendon, a black professor and talk show host, has titled a book aks or ask. There is a time and place for everything, even proper english versus slang or dialect. Garrard mcclendon, a black professor and talk show host, has titled a book aks or. The african american guide to better english book online at best prices in india on.
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