AFRICAN LANGUAGES
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- Unique English Words Derived from African LanguagesMany African words have been incorporated into English. Quite a few of them are a result of being borrowed through colonization by the European countries
- Before Paradise - a Review of Mintz and Price's The Birth of African-American CultureThis is an expansive book review of Sidney Mintz and Richard Price's book, which proposes a new approach to the study of African-American cultural origins, centered around the heterogeneity of West African slaves.
The Geneaology of the Exclusively Heterosexual African Part of the Promiscuity ParadigmReview of historian Marc Epprecht's book "Heterosexual Africa?" that looks at ethnographic, (ethno)psychiatric, and AIDS epidemiology literature ignoring African homosexualities.- 2008 Journal of African Literature (JAL) No. 5 Calls for SubmissionsEditors of the International Research Confederacy on African Literature and Culture (IRCALC) are currently receiving submissions in existing literatures of Africa.
- The Importance of Continue Maintenance of Diversity in Languages for the Survival of the Human RaceImportance of systematic diversity
- African American Vernacular EnglishA short history of how the commonly known "ebonics" or "black English" came to be and how it's being used in the United States.
- Ebonics: Perhaps Not African American, but European American IgnoranceLinguists have proved that Ebonics is both systematic and rule-governed, just like all other language varieties.
- South African Business EtiquetteIn South Africa business people sometimes shy away from dealings with others they've never met.
- African PhilosophyMany scholars have been questioning the authenticity of African Philosophy, if there is any Philosophy at all in Africa. Renowned philosophers like Karl Marx, Immanuel Kant among others postulated controversial opinions of what they termed "African Ideologies" as opposed to a philosophy. They questi
- Violence Within the African American Educational Infrastructure from 1865-1900 and Its Effect on IlliteracyPost Civil war, white terrorist groups were undertaking violent measures to reduce and even eliminate the educational opportunities for African Americans.
African American Child TerrorismThe purpose of this article is to draw attention to the correlation of the inhuman and abusive treatment of some slave owners to their slaves and some African American parents and their school age children.
Introduction to African Grey Parrots as PetsAfrican greys are one of the most popular pet parrots. But greys aren't for everyone -- with their high intelligence comes their own needs that can be difficult to meet in the average home.- African Wedding TraditionAfrican culture is extremely unique and complex. The only people who truly understand all the nuances of African wedding tradition are those who have experienced it firsthand.
- Great Online Resources for African Music Radio StationsAfrican music has been influenced by styles from the US and Europe but has still managed to maintain it's own unique characteristics making for a new 'flavor' that will keep you dancing for ages.
- Ideas for a Year-Long Art Unit Based on African Art: Elementary or Any Grade LevelA useful list of art projects and ideas that can be turned into a year-long art unit based on African art, or as stand-alone art projects that incorporate art with science, social studies and technology.
- African Naming and Names of Twins and Other Multiple Birth OffspringAfrican twins (or multiple-birth children, in general), according to their ethnic group and gender, are traditionally given specific names. Often, the siblings who preceded and the ones who followed the twins are also given specific names.
- The Impact of Slavery on African American CultureDescribes the impact of slavery both in the past and the present on African American culture.
- The Role of the African Woman in Post-conflict RevitalizationWho is the African Woman? The African woman is the salt of Africa. As we move forward together in economic reform and development, we must recognize that African Women will play vital roles in rebuilding and reshaping whats left of the ashes.
- The Most Famous African Americans10 of the most famous African American people from 1900 to present.
- Ways African Americans Helped Shape Culture Through the ArtsBlacks have made an impact in our lives by touching our very souls with their gifts. The start of this evolution was a rough one, but even today African Americans continue to blaze a trail into the unknown in the areas of the arts.
- African-American Migrants: Life in the United StatesFrom the start, African Americans were part the U.S. migration and they were looking for a better place to raise a family, especially on territorial soil which allowed more freedom along with the absence of racial conflict.
Prince Abdul Rahman: African Prince, American SlaveIn 1788, a ship called Africa traveled from Africa to Mississippi with hundreds of African men, women, and children to be sold into slavery. Well-known and rich prince, Abdul Rahman, was one of the men on board and would be a slave for 40 years.- Biography of Alex Haley, African American Writer and HistorianWhen I was growing up in the 1970's, Roots WAS Black History. The movie and the book Roots by Alex Haley taught African Americans about the history of slavery and gave us insight into how it still affected us.
- Ancient African Kingdoms - A SurveyA survey and basic overview of ancient African kingdoms after their neolithic settlement.
- The African American, Jewish, Japanese, Greek Nazi- Reparations MovementsThe following research peper is about the Reparations movement. The focus is on the African American Reperations Movement in particular, but it also takes a look at Reparations in general, and who is behind the movement.
- Rising Out of Oppression: The Identity and Self-Definition of African American WomenThis research paper looks at the stereotypical images of African American women brought upon through slavery and media and their attempts to break down those stereotypes.
- How to Get the Most Out of an African American Studies DegreeThere are endless possibilities with just an African or African American studies degree. With preparation and research, an African or African American studies degree will lead you in the right direction.
Exploring European Languages for TravelersThis article is geared to European travelers who want to learn a language and need help deciding which language would be the most beneficial to them in their travels.
African Talking Drums: More Than Just a Musical Instrument, the Word's First Portable PhonesAfrican talking drums aren't just called that because it's a cute name. They were actually used to approximate human speech and drummers could carry on highly complex conversations from miles away.- Most Notable African American Authors of All TimesSome of the most notable African American Authors of all times are also poets, lecturers, professors, historians, producers, actors and activists.
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