ENGL 377 - The History of the English Language

Institution:

Randolph-Macon College

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Description:

A dual focus on the linguistic processes through which all languages change and the development of English fromits origins to the present. This course will explore the political, social, economic, intellectual, and technological influences that have shaped English and the historical conditions that can accelerate or impede change. The course will take up such topics as Ebonics, sexism in language, and the varieties of Modern English and provide practice in the analysis of texts from the recent and remote past. Offered alternate years. Three hours.Ms. Goodwin. (Students who have passed ENGL 355 cannot take ENGL 377.)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.rmc.edu

Phone Number:

(804) 752-7200

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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