“Weird Al” Vociferates Against “Word Crimes”

posted on July 15, 2014

“Weird Al” Yankovic aims his biting satire against “word crimes” in his latest parody extolling the virtues of correct grammar and punctuation. This video is perfect for a middle or high school class!

Michelle Waters

I am a secondary English Language Arts teacher, a University of Oklahoma student working on my Master's of Education in Instructional Leadership and Academic Curriculum with an concentration in English Education, and a NBPTS candidate. I am constantly seeking ways to amplify my students' voices and choices.

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