22. All Change Is Linguistic

Learning to Change

All change is linguistic. It’s something that I frequently remind people of, but what do I really mean when I say that? The words we use have meanings. Changes in our language reflect the deeper cultural shifts at play and help us dismantle barriers and promote understanding. In this episode, I want to take a moment to dig into how linguistic changes bring us closer to our goal of more equitable, accessible, and supportive learning environments. LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE TO HEAR: How the language we use embodies our values and commitments to change How seemingly simple shifts in language help us create more supportive, inclusive learning environments How language drives change in narratives and pedagogical approaches to our students RESOURCES: Community: The Structure of Belonging, Peter Block LEARN MORE ABOUT MELISSA EMLER AND MODERN LEARNERS: Modern Learners Modern Learners Community