Course Description
Regional and social variation in English, including world Englishes and English-based pidgins and creoles.
When Taught
Fall; Winter, Spring Contact Department
Min
3
Fixed/Max
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Prerequisite
Fulfill ANY of the following requirements:
Complete ALL of the following Courses:
- 01840-017
OR
Complete ALL of the following Courses:
- 03549-010
Title
Properties of varieties of English
Learning Outcome
Students will learn the basic properties of several varieties of English and be able to describe them using linguistic terminology.
Title
History and Social Context
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to describe the social and historical contexts of different varieties and the general principles that lead to language differentiation.
Title
Data Collection and Analysis
Learning Outcome
Students will learn to collect and analyze data using several methods.
Title
Applications
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to apply their knowledge of language variation to a social context or a setting outside of academia.
