EL 2421 - Introduction to Language

Institution:

SUNY College at Old Westbury

Subject:

English

Description:

Languague plays a role in nearly every human activity and experience. This course will provide an introduction to 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, language acquisition, animal communication, and nonverbal sign systems Issues of gendered language, bilingualism, and dialects will also be discussed . Offered periodically. Prerequsite: ED II placement

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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