Imaginary Accents - or The Power of the Subconscious Biases

Explore the fascinating phenomenon of Reverse Linguistic Stereotypes in this 15-minute TEDx talk by Dr. Valeria Bogorevich. Discover how subconscious biases can lead to hearing accents that don't exist or influence comprehension based on perceived speaker backgrounds. Learn about the power of the brain to create auditory illusions and the impact of preconceptions on language perception. Gain insights from Dr. Bogorevich, a teaching professor at Arizona Western College with a Ph.D. in Applied Linguistics, as she shares her research on second-language pedagogy and assessment. Delve into the intriguing world of linguistic stereotypes and their effects on communication and understanding.