AFRS 180 - African American Language in America

Institution:

California State University-Long Beach

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Description:

Historical, phonological, and sociological aspects of the language of African Americans; traces early uses in Africa; linguistic development from lingua franca to pidgin and creole; linguistic symbols, terms, and analysis applied to African American English; difference versus deficit theory.Not open for credit to students with credit in B/ST 180.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.csulb.edu

Phone Number:

(562) 985-4111

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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