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• Social Identity
  Language is more than just words. It's a powerful social behavior that speaks volumes about who we are, where we come from and how we relate. Walt Wolfram (North Carolina State University) explains how the field of sociolinguistics has taken on new significance as a means of understanding our world.
• Sociolinguistics Basics
  Language is basic to social interactions, affecting them and being affected by them. Connie Eble (University of North Carolina/Chapel Hill) explains how sociolinguistics analyzes the many ways in which language and society intersect.
• A Linguist's Journey
  The founder of modern sociolinguistics, William Labov (University of Pennsylvania) shares his personal reflections.
• Managing Language
  In a global economy, the need to nurture, cultivate and manage multilingual resources within the United States is more pronounced than ever. John Baugh (Stanford University) explains how sociolinguists plays a role.
  

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