CH 2421 - Intro to Language

Institution:

SUNY College at Old Westbury

Subject:

Comparative Humanities

Description:

Language plays a role in nearly every human activity and experience. This course will provide an introdcution to the ways in which psychology, educational theory, sociology, biology, and linguistics contribute to the understanding of the uniquely human features of language, as well as to what we share with other phonics, lanuage acquistion, animal communication, and non-verbal sign systems. Issues of genered language, bilingualism, and dialects will also be discussed. Offered every semester.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.oldwestbury.edu

Phone Number:

(516) 876-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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