2022 Summer LINGUIS R1B 001 LEC 001

2022 Summer Session A 6 weeks, May 23 - July 1

LINGUIS R1B 001 - LEC 001

Endangered Languages: Why does linguistic diversity matter?

Oliver Whitmore

May 23, 2022 - Jul 01, 2022
Mo, Tu, We, Th
10:00 am - 11:59 am
Class #:13166
Units: 4

Instruction Mode: In-Person Instruction

Offered through Linguistics

Current Enrollment

Total Open Seats: 4
Enrolled: 12
Waitlisted: 0
Capacity: 16
Waitlist Max: 2
No Reserved Seats

Hours & Workload

22 hours of outside work hours per week, and 8 hours of instructor presentation of course materials per week.

Course Catalog Description

In this course, we will investigate such questions as: What causes language endangerment and death, and why does it matter? Can dying languages be revitalized? How are thought, identity, and culture influenced by language, and vice versa? The course is designed to hone students' reading, writing, and research skills. Satisfies the second half of the reading and composition requirement.

Rules & Requirements

Requisites

  • Previously passed an R_A course with a letter grade of C- or better. Previously passed an articulated R_A course with a letter grade of C- or better. Score a 4 on the Advanced Placement Exam in English Literature and Composition. Score a 4 or 5 on the Advanced Placement Exam in English Language and Composition. Score of 5, 6, or 7 on the International Baccalaureate Higher Level Examination in English.

Repeat Rules

Course is not repeatable for credit.

Requirements class fulfills

Second half of the Reading and Composition Requirement

Reserved Seats

Current Enrollment

No Reserved Seats

Textbooks & Materials

Associated Sections

None