Tracking Prejudice Speech in School

(Adapted from Kelly Watson, Fishers Jr. High, Fishers, IN)

Objectives:  To make students aware of derogatory language at school and in their own speech patterns

Audience:  Middle school or high school classes

Materials Needed:  “Tracking Prejudice Speech in School” handout, writing utensils

Time Required:  This is an out-of-class assignment.  However, you should spend 20 minutes in class discussing students’ responses.

Teacher Directions (PDF file)
Handout (PDF file)