Method and Theory in Linguistic Anthropology

3 credits · Undergraduate

(3 hrs Lecture/Seminar) This course examines the relationship between language and culture, including the theories and principles of linguistic anthropology. More than 20 languages are compared and contrasted in order to understand the concepts of language structure. Topics include the basic principles of phonetics and phonology, morphology, syntax, pragmatics, language change, literacy, nonverbal communication and signed languages. Cross-listed: LING-2102(3). Restrictions: Students may not hold credit for this course and LING-2102.