ANTH 0006. Introduction to Linguistic Anthropology
Units: 3
Advisory: Completion of ENGL 1A with grade of "C" or better
Hours: 54 lecture
Explore the many different ways people communicate. Examine how language is linked the way we see the world, ourselves and each other. Investigate how language works and how it changes over time. Study beliefs about language and their impacts. Examine how people use language to build and share meaning, to form, perform and change identities as well as to enact or resist power. (C-ID ANTH 130) (CSU, UC)
ANTH 0006 - Introduction to Linguistic Anthropology
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Catalog Description DESCRIPTION IS HERE: Advisory: Completion of ENGL 1A with grade of "C" or better Hours: 54 lecture Description: Explore the many different ways people communicate. Examine how language is linked the way we see the world, ourselves and each other. Investigate how language works and how it changes over time. Study beliefs about language and their impacts. Examine how people use language to build and share meaning, to form, perform and change identities as well as to enact or resist power. (C-ID ANTH 130) (CSU, UC) Units 3 Lecture-Discussion 54 Laboratory By Arrangement Contact Hours 54 Outside of Class Hours Course Student Learning Outcomes Compare and contrast cultural, archaeology, linguistic and biological anthropology. Use linguistic anthropological approaches to examine the ways that languages work. Explain the interconnections of language, thought, perception, identity, culture and other important aspects of our minds, lives and societies. Use specific examples to explain and evaluate linguistic change as well as interlinguistic interactions at local and global scales. Course Content Outline I. Anthropology and Linguistic Anthropology II. How Language Works III. The Evolution and History of Language IV. Research Methods in Linguistic Anthropology V. Language Acquisition and Language Socialization VI. Language, Thought and Perception VII. Language, Power and Agency VIII. Language and Identity IX. Multilingualism and Globalization X. Language Endangerment and Revitalization XI. Literacy Practices and Silent Languages Course Objectives Course Objectives 1. Explain anthropology and compare linguistic anthropology to the other subfields as well as non-anthropological approaches to the study of language. 2. Describe the basic properties of language and explain paradigms for investigating them, including phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics and pragmatics. 3. Explain and discuss anthropological research, knowledge and issues pertaining to the evolution and history of language. 4. Explain, evaluate and apply the multiple methods linguistic anthropologists use to study language. 5. Describe and evaluate linguistic anthropological approaches and current research related to language acquisition and socialization. 6. Explain linguistic anthropological approaches and discuss cross cultural research on the relationship between language, thought and culture. 7. Describe and apply linguistic anthropological approaches to the relationship between language, power and agency. 8. Examine the role of language in intersecting identity domains with a particular focus upon sex, gender, sexuality, race and ethnicity. 9. Examine the complex interactions of languages in a multilingual context by drawing on key linguistic anthropological concepts. 10. Explain the dynamics of language change as well as discuss the relevance of language endangerment and revitalization. 11. Describe and apply linguistic anthropological approaches to examining literacy practices, non-verbal communication and silent languages in a cross-cultural setting. Methods of Evaluation Classroom Discussions Essay Examinations Objective Examinations Projects Reading Assignments 1. Student scholars read the assigned pages from the textbook or lecture notes on the current topic, pre-assess their knowledge (ex. LMS quiz) and come to the next class session prepared to ask questions and discuss the material. 2. Student scholars read an ethnographic article or book chapter, take notes and answer a reflection question for credit as well as in preparation for an in-class discussion activity. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. After participating in an in-class discussion about the article facilitated by the professor, student scholars will write down their thoughts into a short essay or short answers wherein they discuss how the article relates to the key linguistic anthropological topics and concepts they are currently studying. 2. After studying a specific theory, approach or concept, student scholars complete short essay assignments in which they apply what they’ve learned to a specific example from a list of choices including brief videos, current events or something from their own background or experiences. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) Course Capstone Project—Throughout the semester student scholars work on their own linguistic anthropology informed investigation into a cultural topic, issue or event of their own choosing. Student scholars collaborate with the professor and peers to develop relevant ideas and feasible methods. Student scholars then conduct library and/or first-hand data gathering and use approaches and concepts from the course to develop their own anthropological commentary. Final reports are shared with the professor and informally with peers in a variety of possible formats such as research papers, ethnographic videos, websites, original art projects, cultural skill demonstrations, etc. Methods of Instruction Lecture/Discussion Distance Learning Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course.
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