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Description: MCCCD Approval: 02/02/02 |
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ENG213 19946-19946 |
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Introduction to the Study of Language |
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Study of language as code; phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics; language acquisition; historical and socio-linguistics. Prerequisites: ENG102 or ENG111, with a grade of "C" or better, or permission of instructor. |
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies: |
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ENG213 19946-19946 |
Introduction to the
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Define what language is and trace its development in humans. (I) |
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Define and explain terminology used in the study of language, including morphology, syntax, semantics, phonetics, and phonology. (II) |
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Identify and explain the applications of language in human society. (III) |
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Explain the process by which language changes to suit the needs of society. (III) |
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Define the special characteristics and applications of written language. (III) |
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List and explain the steps in the process of acquiring language. (IV) |
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Explain the roles of the human brain and mind in processing language. (IV) |
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MCCCD Official Course Outline: |
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ENG213
19946-19946 |
Introduction to the
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I. The Nature of Human Language A. What is language? B. How did language develop? II. Grammatical Aspects of Language A. Morphology: Words B. Syntax: Sentence patterns C. Semantics: Meaning D. Phonetics: Sounds E. Phonology: Sound patterns III. Social Aspects of Language A. Language in society B. Language changes: The syllables of time C. Writing: The A-B-C's of language IV. Biological Aspects of Language A. Language acquisition B. Human processing: Brain, mind, and language |