LING-L 103 INTRODUCTION TO THE STUDY OF LANGUAGE (3 CR.)
Linguistics as a body of information: nature and function of language: relevance of linguistics to other disciplines, with reference to modern American English.
1 classes found
Spring 2025
| Component | Credits | Class | Status | Time | Day | Facility | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LEC | 3 | 8390 | Closed | 10:25 a.m.–11:15 a.m. | MWF | BH 206 | Robinson A |
Regular Academic Session / In Person
LEC 8390: Total Seats: 35 / Available: 0 / Waitlisted: 0
Lecture (LEC)
- IUB GenEd S&H credit
- COLL (CASE) S&H Breadth of Inq
- IUB GenEd S&H credit
- COLL (CASE) S&H Breadth of Inquiry credit
This course is a general introduction to the nature of human language. We will examine language as a structured system of form and meaning, taking into account the core areas of linguistic analysis: phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, and pragmatics. We will consider the ways that language is shaped by features of the human mind that guide its acquisition and use. We will also discuss how language interacts with different aspects of society, including topics such as dialect differences, multilingualism, and sociocultural identity. Lectures will be integrated with in-class activities that allow students to practice the techniques of linguistic analysis. By the end of the course, you should be acquainted with the tools of linguistic analysis, be aware of ways that languages may differ (and ways they may not), and have an informed perspective on language issues that have an impact on our society. This course counts toward fulfillment of the S&H Breadth of Inquiry requirement.
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