Efforts to enforce the use of "Standard English" in a school setting frequently evoke major controversy,and the erosion of what many perceive as "national identity" is touted as one major reason why "Standard English" should be the norm.When "Ebonics" was introduced in Oakland Schools,it sought to

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The introduction of "Ebonics" in Oakland Schools sought to help African American children succeed in school by recognizing their unique linguistic and cultural background and providing appropriate support for their language development. It did not seek to replace Standard English with Black English in the school district or introduce a new federal policy that allowed the teaching of nonstandard English. Teachers were not certified as proficient in Black English but were trained to understand and respect the language and cultural diversity of their students.

Efforts to Enforce the Use of "Standard English" in a School