ENGL 315 - Language & Theory 1

Institution:

Point Park University

Subject:

ENGLISH

Description:

An intensive study focusing on a specific approach to understanding language as a subject in itself, including its nature, structure, function, and development. Prerequisite: ENGL 250+ or permission. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: (1) Define relevant linguistic terms. (2) Identify relevant linguistic features such as morphology, phonology, syntax, semantics or pragmatics. (3) Compare and contrast linguistic theories. (4) Apply linguistic or theoretical concepts to the analysis of language. (5) Analyze linguistic data sets and propose solutions, using secondary research as appropriate.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pointpark.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 391-4100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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