ASL U560 - ASL-English Contrastive Analysis

Institution:

Northeastern University

Subject:

Description:

Examines and contrasts the major linguistic features of American Sign Language and English. Systematically analyzes the two languages using the analytic and descriptive tools of linguistics to examine various dimensions of the languages such as phonology, morphology, and syntax. Also seeks to develop in students an ability to use the analytic and contrastive tools of linguistics as an aid in understanding novel linguistic constructions in each language.

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.northeastern.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 373-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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