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February 2, 2026Journalism & Mass Communication Educator0 citations

Analyzing Cultural and Linguistic Relevance in the Manual de Estilo de la AP

TPTeresa PuenteCalifornia State University, Long Beach ACAna Lourdes CárdenasSan Francisco State University

Key Points

The aim is to analyze the cultural and linguistic relevance of the Manual de Estilo de la AP for Spanish-language journalism education.
Conducted a qualitative content analysis of 10 alphabet sections of the Manual de Estilo de la AP.
Coded themes related to U.S. Spanish borrowings, regionalisms, and terminology.
Examined aspects of grammar, identity, immigration, and government/education terminology.
The manual is identified as a strong technical resource for journalism education.
It tends to favor a 'neutral' Spanish that neglects U.S. Spanish features and linguistic diversity.
Recommendations include the use of supplemental resources and more inclusive language practices.

Abstract

This study examines the cultural and linguistic relevance of the Manual de Estilo de la AP for Spanish-language and bilingual journalism education in the United States. We used a targeted qualitative content analysis of 10 alphabet sections meticulously coded for themes such as U.S. Spanish borrowings, regionalisms, grammar, identity, immigration, and government/education terminology. The results show the manual is a strong technical resource, but favors a “neutral” Spanish overlooking key features of U.S. Spanish and language diversity. The manual has pedagogical utility, and practical application, but has limitations. We recommend supplemental resources and more inclusive language practices for bilingual journalism educators and students.

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