WRPR0110A-F17
Eng Grammar:Concepts & Controv
English Grammar: Concepts and Controversies
In this course we will study the structure of the English language, learning key terms and strategies for analyzing English syntax. We will explore English grammar from both prescriptive and descriptive perspectives and examine its relevance to language policy, linguistic prejudice, and English education. Readings will be drawn from a variety of texts, including Rhetorical Grammar (2009), Eats, Shoots & Leaves (2006), Language Myths (1999), and Origins of the Specious (2010). This course is relevant to students wanting to increase their own knowledge of the English language, as well as to those seeking tools for English teaching and/or research.
In this course we will study the structure of the English language, learning key terms and strategies for analyzing English syntax. We will explore English grammar from both prescriptive and descriptive perspectives and examine its relevance to language policy, linguistic prejudice, and English education. Readings will be drawn from a variety of texts, including Rhetorical Grammar (2009), Eats, Shoots & Leaves (2006), Language Myths (1999), and Origins of the Specious (2010). This course is relevant to students wanting to increase their own knowledge of the English language, as well as to those seeking tools for English teaching and/or research.
- Term:
- Fall 2017
- Location:
- McCardell Bicentennial Hall 148(MBH 148)
- Schedule:
- 9:30am-10:45am on Tuesday, Thursday (Sep 11, 2017 to Dec 8, 2017)
- Type:
- Lecture
- Instructors:
- Shawna Shapiro
- Subject:
- Writing and Rhetoric Program
- Department:
- Writing and Rhetoric Program
- Division:
- Interdisciplinary
- Requirements Fulfilled:
- SOC
- Levels:
- Undergraduate
- Cross-Listed As:
- LNGT0110A-F17
- Availability:
- View availability, prerequisites, and other requirements.
- Course Reference Number (CRN):
- 92258
- Subject Code:
- WRPR
- Course Number:
- 0110
- Section Identifier:
- A