Language Awareness

3 credits

An introduction to educational linguistics for teachers of all levels. The theoretical subtopics of phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, discourse structure, language acquisition and sociolinguistics are taught. ***Prerequisite: Introductory language arts methodology course, ECS 101 or EPS 100, relevant teaching experience or permission of the subject area.*** *Note: Normally offered in fall term only. Recommended for those intending to apply for the Secondary Program (English major or minor). Permission required for those not in an Education program. *