Addressing linguistic and cultural diversity with Patrick Chamoiseau's 'Chemin-d'ecole.'

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The autobiographical narrative 'Chemin-d'ecole' by Patrick Chamoiseau is discussed, with a focus on teaching the text in advanced-level French classes. Topics include linguistic and cultural diversity in French studies, critical thinking in foreign language study, and teaching strategies for 'Chemin-d'ecole.'

Case studies, Study and teaching, Intercultural education, Multicultural education

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'Creolite' and postcoloniality in Raphael Confiant's 'L'Allees des Soupirs.'

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The novel 'L'Allee des Soupirs' (1994) by Raphael Confiant is discussed in relation to themes of the cultural movement of 'creolite' and postcoloniality. Topics include the non-Western cultural program and affinities with Western thought exhibited by the novel.

Analysis, Portrayals, Imperialism in literature, Imperialism, Confiant, Raphael

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De la problematique du territoire a la problematique du lieu: un entretien avec Patrick Chamoiseau

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Author Patrick Chamoiseau from Martinique discusses the abolition of slavery, creole identity, and the concept of territory versus the concept of place. Article text is in French.

Social aspects, Interview, Creole dialects

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