Introduction to Linguistic Anthropology
ANTH 1155 (3)Dinwoodie, Gorbet.
This is an introductory course which provides an overview of the discipline of Linguistic Anthropology. The course will discuss the implications of language within anthropology, as well as within the sciences and social sciences more generally. The course explores the core concepts and methods of linguistic anthropology, such as the basic structure of language, first and second language acquisition, bilingualism, and social and regional variations that are used to help students understand what it means to be human and the role of language in human societies.
Meets New Mexico General Education Curriculum Area 4: Social and Behavioral Sciences.
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