How can you be audience centered when using labels to identify cultural groups? Why does the way you use labels matter?

What will be an ideal response?


To be audience centered, avoid words that are strictly tied to a single culture or explain the meaning of those words that are.Students should articulate that using appropriate labels is respectful to the groups of people they mention in their speech, can help them make a connection with an audience who might identify with that label, and prevents them from perpetuating stereotypes. They might also include a discussion of ethics.

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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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