History of the Spanish Language

3 credits · Undergraduate

(3 hrs Lecture) This course traces the development of the Spanish language from its Latin origins to its modern-day dialects in Spain and the Americas. It examines both the internal evolution of the Spanish Language (its phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, and pragmatics) and the sociocultural and historical factors that influenced its development. Various linguistic documents illustrating the distinct features of Spanish in different eras. Cross-listed: LING-3505(3). Restrictions: Students may not hold credit for this course and LING-3505. Requisite Courses: Any 9 credit hours in Spanish Studies above the 1000-level, or permission of the instructor [prerequisite(s)].