ANTH 385 - The Ehtnography of Speaking Negron

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University of Massachusetts-Boston

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The course emphasizes concepts and methods for studying "speaking," the use of language in the conduct of social life. Members of a speech community employ varieties of speech to accomplish different social functions. The dynamic interaction between linguistic and social factors in speaking is the primary focus of this course. Special attention is directed to contemporary social problems associated with multilingual and multi-dialectical phenomena. Students undertake a limited research project to further their understanding of these problems and of possible solutions. PREREQUISITE: Anth 285 or permission of instructor. 3 Lect Hrs, 3 Credits

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.umb.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 287-5000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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