LNGT0101A-F19
Introduction to Linguistics
Introduction to Linguistics
In this course we will discuss the major issues and findings in the study of human language within theories of modern linguistics. The main topics include the nature of human language as opposed to other communication systems; sound patterns (phonology); word-formation (morphology); sentence structure (syntax); meaning (semantics); language and the brain; language acquisition; geographical and social dialects; and historical development of language and language change. 3 hrs. lect./disc.
In this course we will discuss the major issues and findings in the study of human language within theories of modern linguistics. The main topics include the nature of human language as opposed to other communication systems; sound patterns (phonology); word-formation (morphology); sentence structure (syntax); meaning (semantics); language and the brain; language acquisition; geographical and social dialects; and historical development of language and language change. 3 hrs. lect./disc.
- Term:
- Fall 2019
- Location:
- Twilight Hall 201(AXT 201)
- Schedule:
- 11:00am-12:15pm on Tuesday, Thursday (Sep 9, 2019 to Dec 6, 2019)
- Type:
- Lecture
- Instructors:
- Toni Cook
- Subject:
- Linguistics
- Department:
- Linguistics
- Division:
- Interdisciplinary
- Requirements Fulfilled:
- SOC
- Levels:
- Undergraduate
- Availability:
- View availability, prerequisites, and other requirements.
- Course Reference Number (CRN):
- 91053
- Subject Code:
- LNGT
- Course Number:
- 0101
- Section Identifier:
- A