ENG 4015 - Globalization of English

Institution:

CUNY Bernard M Baruch College

Subject:

English

Description:

3 hours; 3 credits This course analyzes how the English language aids global - ization and how globalization changes English. After studying the historical and geographical bases for the rise of English, we explore the implications of decolonization, diaspora communities, the Internet, and the new economy for diversifying the structure, norms, and usage of the English language. Students engage in research, oral presentations, electronic discussion, and collaborative inquiry to explore the subject. (This course is cross-listed as COM 4015 and SOC 4015. Students may receive credit for ENG 4015, COM 4015, or SOC 4015. These courses may not substitute for each other in the F grade replacement policy.) Prerequisites: ENG 2150 and ENG/LTT 2800 or 2850, or departmental permission. For students with two other upper-level (3000-level or above) English courses, this course may serve as the capstone for the Tier III requirement.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.baruch.cuny.edu

Phone Number:

(646) 312-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

The Course Profile information is provided and updated by third parties including the respective institutions. While the institutions are able to update their information at any time, the information is not independently validated, and no party associated with this website can accept responsibility for its accuracy.