Language, Gender, & Identity in an English Language Learning CMC Environment

Presenter Information

Sarah J. Hammill

Location

Room 2077

Format Type

Paper

Start Date

January 2011

End Date

January 2011

Abstract

When the Internet became omnipresent throughout homes, businesses, and educational institutions, it was hailed as the great equalizer for gender relations. This presentation examines the use of language and gender roles of English language learners in a discussion forum. Each posting was examined and coded according to seven categories. Analysis showed females used strong male language and negative socioemotional reactions when provoked by sexist or controversial comments. Discussion includes how CMC environments may be used to neutralize gender and cultural biases.

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Language, Gender, & Identity in an English Language Learning CMC Environment

Room 2077

When the Internet became omnipresent throughout homes, businesses, and educational institutions, it was hailed as the great equalizer for gender relations. This presentation examines the use of language and gender roles of English language learners in a discussion forum. Each posting was examined and coded according to seven categories. Analysis showed females used strong male language and negative socioemotional reactions when provoked by sexist or controversial comments. Discussion includes how CMC environments may be used to neutralize gender and cultural biases.