LING 111 - Language in the USA

Institution:

Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

Subject:

Linguistics

Description:

Examines linguistic diversity in the United States. Describes the history and current status of geographical and social varieties of American English. Familiarizes students with the wide range of other languages spoken in the United States, including American Indigenous languages, Spanish, American Sign Language, creoles, and a wide variety of immigrant languages. Identifies the links between language and identity and illustrates how to respond to linguistic prejudice. Involves students in sociolinguistic research.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.commonwealthu.edu/

Phone Number:

(570) 389-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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