2021 - 2022 Course Catalog

ANTH 1130 Human Language - An Introduction to Linguistic Anthropology

This course is a comparative study that explores the relationship between language and culture and introduces students to the field of linguistic anthropology. This course will focus on the following questions: What do linguistic anthropologists do? How do they do it? Why is it important? Students will become familiar with the standard discussions and arguments of the field and engage in self-reflection about their own relationship with language. By the end of the semester, students will understand the role that language plays in our lives and appreciate the dynamic relationship between language and culture.

Credits

3 cr

Offered

Fall, Spring

MnTC Goals

5, 8