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Official Course
Description: MCCCD
Approval: 12/13/94 |
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ENG213
19952-20002 |
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3 Credit(s) |
3 Period(s) |
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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 19952-20002 |
Introduction to the
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Define the concept of language and contrast language with other forms of communication. (I) |
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Define, explain, and exemplify grammatical terminology common to the study of language. (II) |
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Contrast the concepts of standard language and nonstandard language.(III) |
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Trace the process of language acquisition and identify key theories in the field of language acquisition. (III) |
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Explain the role of the human brain in acquiring and using language as a means of communication. (IV) |
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MCCCD Official Course Outline: |
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ENG213 19952-20002 |
Introduction to the
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I. The Nature of Language A. What is language B. How did language develop II. Grammatical Aspects of Language A. Morphology: word B. Syntax: sentence patterns C. Semantics: meaning D. Phonetics: sounds E. Phonology: sound patterns III. Social Aspect of Language A. Language varieties 1. Standard English 2. Dialects 3. Cultural aspects 4. Slang, jargon, taboos 5. Sexist language B. Writing Systems IV. Biological Aspects of Language A. Language acquisition B. Human processing 1. Brain 2. Mind 3. Language |