CLPS 1310 - Introduction to Phonological Theory (formerly COGS 1210)

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Brown University

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Description:

Examines some of the classic and current issues regarding sound structure in the world's languages and introduces the theoretical tools needed to solve them. After a brief introduction to articulatory phonetics and phonemic analysis, it focuses on phonological analysis of different languages, discussing segmental phonology, syllable structure, autosegmental representations, stress systems, and prosodic word structure. Implications for language learning and language change are discussed. Prerequisite: CLPS 0030 (COGS 0410).

Credits:

1.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.brown.edu

Phone Number:

(401) 863-1000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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