LING 311 - Writing Systems of the World

Institution:

San Diego State University

Subject:

Description:

Alphabets and other writing systems around the world, from "logographic" (Sumerian, Egyptian, Mayan, Chinese, Japanese) to syllabary (Japanese, Cherokee), consonantal alphabet or abjad (Hebrew, Arabic), to alphabet (Greek, Roman, etc.). Relevance of writing to thought.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.sdsu.edu

Phone Number:

(619) 594-5200

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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