SPA 390 - Hispanic Linguistics

Institution:

Centre College

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Description:

Topics on the Spanish language including phonetics and phonology, morphology and syntax, semantics, linguistic change and variation, and Spanish dialects spoken both in the Old World and the New. Students analyze important contrasts between the sounds of standard Spanish and English by means of phonetic transcription. Intensive exercises in Spanish that drill the patterns of intonation, sound combinations, and rhythm, aid the student in acquiring greater spoken fluency and improve everall pronunciation skills. Also includes an examination of Spanish first and second language acquisition and the speech of bilinguals, as well as code-switching. Prerequisite: One Spanish course numbered 301 or higher.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.centre.edu

Phone Number:

(859) 238-5200

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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