Andreea Calude

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Andreea S. Calude is a senior lecturer in linguistics at the University of Waikato and mum to two young children. You can find out more about her on her site, www.calude.net

We analysed NZ tweets during lockdown – with surprising results

We analysed NZ tweets during lockdown – with surprising results

Everyone had an opinion, but which side used stronger language?

By Andreea Calude | 29th July, 2022

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Does good grammar really matter?

The emphasis placed on formal written grammar in schools obscures the fact that English has many kinds of grammar – and they're all equally valid, writes Waikato University senior lecturer in linguistics, Andreea Calude.

By Andreea Calude | 3rd May, 2018