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LING 201:
English Linguistics for Non-native Speakers of English
A linguistic examination of the sounds, grammar, use, and acquisition of
language for non-native speakers of English. Course content focuses on
problem areas in the acquisition of English as a second language and is
directed toward students understanding their own patterns of English usage.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
LING 300:
English Linguistics
An examination of the sound and grammar of English, its organization, and
use; the production of English sounds and their systematic organization;
word and sentence structure; the study of meaning in relation to context and
social use; language acquisition; and the variation of English according to
culture, region, social group, gender, and age.
LING 304:
Linguistic Analysis of American Sign Language
The linguistic study of American Sign Language in comparison to other
manual languages. Subject matter includes the phonology, syntax, and
morphology of ASL. The relationship between the social structure and the
culture of the deaf community and the use of ASL will be examined. May not
be taken for credit by students who have received credit for LING 350B.
Prerequisite: ASL III with a grade of C or better, or LING 371 with a grade
of C or better, or LING 300 with a grade of C or better.
LING 340:
Interdisciplinary Topics in Linguistics Explores a topic from the
point of view of linguistics and at least one other discipline. Students
should check the Class Schedule for listing of actual topics. Recommended:
LING 300. May be repeated for credit as topics change for a total of six (6)
units.
LING 350:
Language Structures
The study of the sound, meaning, and syntax of a selected language other
than English. The relationship between the social structure and culture of
the speech community and the use of the language. May be repeated for credit
as language changes. Prerequisite: LING 300. |
LING 371: Language and
Culture
An exploration of the way language shapes and is shaped by culture.
Investigates different aspects of language structure which exhibit
cultural variation; patterns of cognition and language acquisition; and the
socio-linguistic and psycho-linguistic dimensions of cultural variation. It
highlights data from English, Spanish, and immigrant and indigenous
languages of California. Course may include community field work. May not be
taken for credit by students who have received credit for LING 301.
LING 371B: Language and
Culture
An exploration of the way language shapes and is shaped by culture.
Investigates different aspects of language structure which exhibit
cultural variation; patterns of cognition and language acquisition; and the
socio-linguistic and psycho-linguistic dimensions of cultural variation. It
highlights data from English, Spanish, and immigrant and indigenous
languages of California. Co-requisite: EDMS 526B
and 540B. Prerequisite: Consent of Department Chair.
LING 400:
Interdisciplinary Perspectives on Literacy
Focuses on the multi-dimensional nature of literacy: linguistic (systems of
language and their interaction in written discourse); cognitive
(psychological strategies and processes used to make meaning through written
discourse); socio-cultural (ways individuals use
literacy to mediate their interactions with their society, culture, and
discipline); developmental (the manner in which the linguistic, cognitive,
and socio-cultural aspects of literacy are
learned); and educational (issues related to the teaching of literacy in
school settings). Also offered as ID 400. Students may not receive credit
for both.
LING 450: Language
Acquisition
Examination of the linguistic theories of language acquisition including the
study of child language development as related to cognitive and cultural
development; and the study of second-language acquisition in children,
adolescents, and adults. Prerequisite: LING 300.
LING 451: Bilingualism
Multi-dimensional study of bilingualism including: bilingual language and
cognitive development, trans-generational
patterns, effects of cultural patterns, and political policies toward
bilingualism. Prerequisite: LING 300 or 371.
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