LNGT0421A-F15
Arabic Linguistic Variation
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Aspects of Arabic Linguistic Variation
In this course we will focus on aspects of Arabic linguistic variation across the Arab world. Topics will include: regional variation among major Arabic dialects in the lexicon and grammar; alternation in usage between Modern Standard Arabic and the vernacular dialects; and variation tied to literary, religious, and political discourse. Readings will consist of Arabic texts taken from a variety of sources, including print and non-print media, political speeches and commentaries, and the language of literature. This course will be taught in Arabic. (ARBC 0302 or equivalent) 3 hrs. sem.
In this course we will focus on aspects of Arabic linguistic variation across the Arab world. Topics will include: regional variation among major Arabic dialects in the lexicon and grammar; alternation in usage between Modern Standard Arabic and the vernacular dialects; and variation tied to literary, religious, and political discourse. Readings will consist of Arabic texts taken from a variety of sources, including print and non-print media, political speeches and commentaries, and the language of literature. This course will be taught in Arabic. (ARBC 0302 or equivalent) 3 hrs. sem.
- Term:
- Fall 2015
- Location:
- Pearsons KAD(PRS KAD)
- Schedule:
- 11:00am-12:15pm on Tuesday, Thursday (Sep 16, 2015 to Dec 11, 2015)
- Type:
- Lecture
- Instructors:
- Unknown Unknown
- Subject:
- Linguistics
- Department:
- Linguistics
- Division:
- Interdisciplinary
- Requirements Fulfilled:
- AAL LNG SOC
- Levels:
- Undergraduate
- Cross-Listed As:
- ARBC0421A-F15 *
- Availability:
- View availability, prerequisites, and other requirements.
- Course Reference Number (CRN):
- 92362
- Subject Code:
- LNGT
- Course Number:
- 0421
- Section Identifier:
- A