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2. Educational and Instructional Material, 1964-2001, undated

 Series

Scope and Contents note

This series is comprised of documents pertaining to learning and teaching the Gullah language. It contains Gullah language and grammar lessons; an instructional resource book written by Geraty for teachers called, A Teacher’s Guide to the Gullah Language; and essays on Black English, Gullah speech, and the state of South Carolina’s education system. Also included in the series are student work, correspondence, and materials relating to Geraty’s proposal for implementing Gullah language workshops in the Charleston County School District.

Dates

  • 1964-2001, undated

Creator

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

Material in English (and Gullah dialect)

Access Restrictions

Materials containing personal financial information from Series 6 are restricted. Also, 5 ¼ in. floppy disks in series 3.3 are inaccessible.

Extent

From the Collection: 10.1 linear feet (11 archival boxes, 44 audio cassettes, 12 VHS cassettes, and 7 computer storage disks)

Repository Details

Part of the Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture Repository

Contact:
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Charleston South Carolina 29424 United States
843-953-7608