201-202-203/301-302-303. Introduction to Linguistics I, II, III (=Anthro
270-1,-2,-3/370-1,-2,-3; SocSci 217-218-219). PQ: Must be taken in sequence.
This course is an introductory survey of methods, findings, and problems
in areas of major interest within linguistics and the relationship of linguistics
to other disciplines. Topics include the biological basis of language, basic
notions of syntax, semantics, pragmatics, basic syntactic typology of language,
phonetics, phonology, morphology, language acquisition, linguistic variation,
and linguistic change. A. Dahlstrom, Autumn; Staff, Winter; K. Kazazis,
Spring.
204-205/304-305. Syntax I, II (=Anthro 378-379). PQ: Ling 201, 202,
203, or equivalent. Must be taken in sequence. This two-quarter sequence
is devoted to detailed study of the major syntactic phenomena of English,
combined with exposition and critical evaluation of the principal accounts
of phenomena proposed by transformational grammarians and the theoretical
frameworks within which those accounts are developed. Class discussion focuses
on ideas advanced in or arising out of transformational grammar with regard
to the relation between syntax and semantics and the psychological status
of linguistic analyses. J. McCawley, Autumn; J. Sadock, Winter.
206/306. Phonetics (=Anthro 377). PQ: Ling 201, 202, 203, or consent
of instructor. An introduction to the study of speech sounds. Speech
sounds are described with respect to their articulatory, acoustic, and perceptual
structures. There are lab exercises both in phonetic transcription and in
the acoustic analysis of speech sounds. Staff. Autumn.
208/308. Phonology I (=Anthro 373). PQ: Ling 201, 202, 203, 206,
or equivalent. This is an introduction to general principles of phonology,
with emphasis on nongenerative theory. Staff. Winter.
209/309. Phonology II (=Anthro 376). PQ: Ling 208. The principles
of generative phonology are introduced and studied in detail, emphasizing
the role of formalism and abstractness in phonological analysis. The emphasis
is on Sound Pattern of English theory, with brief discussion of more
recent autosegmental and metrical models. Staff. Spring.
210/310. Morphology and Syntax (=Anthro 374). PQ: Ling 208.
This course deals with linguistic structure and patterning beyond the phonological
level, primarily from a structuralist point of view. It concentrates on
analysis of grammatical and formal oppositions and their structural relationships
and interrelationships. H. Aronson. Spring.
212. Language in Culture and Society (=Anthro 272). This course is an
intensive introduction to the study of language as communicative practice.
Topics include linguistic structure, its relation to other sign systems,
speech acts, approaches to "context," varieties of interaction,
and elements of a practice approach. W. Hanks. Not offered 1996-97; will
be offered 1997-98.
213/313. Historical Linguistics (=Anthro 473). PQ: Ling 206, 208,
209, or consent of instructor. This course concerns linguistic change
and variation and the theory of genetic comparison and reconstruction. K.
Kazazis. Autumn.
268. Sociolinguistic Perspectives on American English (=Anthro 271, GS Hum
223). This course explores the emergence of the American English linguistic
community within the context of North American and more global English-centered
speech communities. Topics include American culture and the American culture
of language, as well as the dynamic intersections of institutional forces
that have shaped, and are currently shaping, American English discursive
practices and, thence, linguistic structure. M. Silverstein. Spring.
270. Culture and Cognition: Linguistic Relativity (=Anthro 278, Psych 249).
PQ: Open to College students only. Some prior knowledge of linguistics
or cognitive studies strongly recommended. Understanding language
both as a systematic representation of the thinkable and as a systematic
way of inhabiting a universe of social action, we review how modern social
and cognitive scientists have dealt with the implications of the formal
variability of language. We consider both cross-linguistic, cross-societal
implications and the significance of register-based social variability of
language within linguistic communities. M. Silverstein. Not offered 1996-97;
will be offered 1997-98.
276. Language and Thought (=Psych 276). PQ: Consent of instructor.
This course explores philosophical, linguistic, psychological, and cognitive
science views on language and thought and thought in language. D. McNeill.
Autumn.
288/388. Languages of Europe. PQ: Two years of a European language
other than English, or consent of instructor. The course examines Europe
as a linguistic area. We discuss language versus dialect, linguistic convergence
as a result of language contact, and traits common to various groups of
European languages. K. Kazazis. Winter.
290. Informal Course. PQ: Consent of instructor and adviser. Students
are required to submit the College Reading and Research Course Form. Staff.
Autumn, Winter, Spring.
376. Psychology of Language (=Psych 376). PQ: One year of linguistics
or consent of instructor. Topics include language production and comprehension,
acquisition, language and thought, language use, gestures, language in nonhuman
species, and language in artificial systems. D. McNeill. Spring.
101-102-103. American Sign Language. American Sign Language is the language
of the deaf in the United States and much of Canada. It is a full-fledged
autonomous language, unrelated to English or other spoken languages. This
introductory course teaches the student basic vocabulary and grammatical
structure, as well as aspects of deaf culture. D. Ronchen. Autumn, Winter,
Spring.
104-105-106. Intermediate American Sign Language. D. Ronchen. Autumn,
Winter, Spring.
201-202-203. Introductory Modern Hebrew I, II, III (=Hebrew 201-202-203).
Staff. Autumn, Winter, Spring.
204-205-206. Intermediate Modern Hebrew I, II, III (=Hebrew 204-205-206).
Staff. Autumn, Winter, Spring.
217. East European Yiddish Language and Culture (=JewStd 217). PQ:
Knowledge of languages such as Yiddish, German, or Hebrew not required.
An introduction to Yiddish language and to the culture of East European
Jews through the reading of a collection of short literary texts in the
original Yiddish--the Khumesh lider (Bible poems) of Itsik Manger.
Students completing the course should be able to read Yiddish texts with
the aid of a dictionary. H. Aronson. Winter.
221-222-223/321-322-323. Elementary Georgian I, II, III. H.
Aronson. Autumn, Winter, Spring.
230. Language, Power, and Identity in Southeastern Europe: A Linguistic
View of the Balkan Crisis (=Anthro 274, GnSlav 230/330, Hum 274). Language
is a key issue in the articulation of ethnicity and the struggle for power
in southeastern Europe. This course familiarizes students with the linguistic
histories and structures that have served as bases for the formation of
modern Balkan ethnic identities and that are being manipulated to shape
current and future events. The course is informed by the instructor's twenty
years of linguistic fieldwork in the Balkans as well as his experience as
an adviser for the United Nations Protection Forces in the former Yugoslavia.
V. Friedman. Autumn.
268-269-270. Intermediate Rumanian (=Ruman 201-202-203/310-311-312). K.
Kazazis. Autumn, Winter, Spring.
354-355-356. Elementary Estonian I, II, III. PQ: Course not open
to native speakers of Estonian. K. Kazazis. Autumn, Winter, Spring.
361-362-363. Introduction to Romani (=SoSlav 270/370). An introduction
to the language of Roma (Gypsies). The course is based on the Arli dialect
currently in official use in the Republic of Macedonia, but due attention
is given to other dialects of Europe and the United States. The course begins
with a brief introduction to Romani linguistic history followed by an outline
of
Romani grammar based on Macedonian Arli. This serves as the basis of comparison
with other dialects. The course includes readings of authentic texts and
discussion of questions of grammar, standardization, and Romani language
in society. V. Friedman. Winter.
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