Middlebury

FYSE1405A-F16

Language and Social Justice

Language and Social Justice
In this seminar we will explore questions: What is the relationship between language and power? How does linguistic prejudice contribute to social inequality? Is language a human right, and if so, what are the implications? We will engage with scholarly, journalistic, and artistic works, including writings by Julia Alvarez, James Baldwin, Deborah Cameron, Lisa Delpit, William Labov, Rosina Lippi-Green, Thomas Ricento, Richard Rodriguez, Amy Tan, and many others. Students will develop a range of reading, writing, and oral presentation skills, and will receive frequent feedback on their work throughout the semester. 3 hrs. sem.
Course Reference Number (CRN):
92462
Subject Code:
FYSE
Course Number:
1405
Section Identifier:
A

Course

FYSE 1405

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Fall 2016

FYSE1405A-F16 Seminar (Shapiro)