Examining Language in Higher Education Courses: Creating Opportunities for Critical Reflection
- Resource Type
- Journal Articles
Reports - Descriptive
- Authors
- Kenney, Christine K.; Sreckovic, Melissa
- Source
- Journal of Effective Teaching in Higher Education. Fall 2019 2(2):85-101.
- Subject
- Higher Education
Language Usage
Labeling (of Persons)
College Students
College Faculty
Teaching Methods
Reflective Teaching
Disabilities
At Risk Persons
Metacognition
Learning Experience
Self Concept
Case Studies
Service Learning
Field Experience Programs
Journal Writing
Discourse Analysis
- Language
- English
- ISSN
- 2578-7608
Words and labels used about a person inevitably have an impact, whether intended or unintended. This article discusses the need for intentional and overt, critical reflection and discussion in higher education regarding the language faculty and students use. The authors provide language examples commonly used in courses that could have varied meanings. Instructional strategies which support reflective conversations surrounding language in higher education courses are provided.