2019-2020 Undergraduate Academic Catalog

Linguistics (LING) LING-2070 Introduction to Linguistics –Sp 2 hours This introduction to the study of linguistics provides an opportunity for students to become familiar with the tenets, concepts, and theories of the field of study. It additionally acquaints students with the practical side of the study of linguistics in disciplines such as philosophy and biblical languages, English and writing, cultural studies, mathematics, information technology, computer science, education and psychology, electronic media, and teaching English to speakers of other languages. LING-3080 Linguistics for Language Learning –Fa 3 hours An analytical approach of language functioning applicable to learning any second language. Using theoretical-based approaches, the emphasis is on English language variations, phonology, morphology, and syntax. The student is also introduced to various theories of second (new) language acquisition at different age/grade levels. Second (new) language study as a means of personal development and the importance of second (new) language learning in modern society are addressed. Prerequisite: degree-seeking students only; sophomore, junior, or senior status only. LING-3082 Phonetics –Fa 3 hours Phonetics is the study and classification of speech sounds, within the broader study of phonology, the study of the sound system of language. This course builds on the theories of phonology and provides opportunities for practical application of the theories. Students will work with the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) in classifying sounds in standard and nonstandard forms of English and will consider and classify the sounds of other languages. Prerequisites: LING-2070 Introduction to Linguistics; LING-3080 Linguistics for Language Learning. LING-3090 Sociolinguistics –Fa 3 hours An overview of the relationship between language and society. Topics covered include ethnicity, social contact, change, and issues related to minority students such as education, immigration, migration, demographics, and historical and legal precedents. The student will also gain knowledge and cultural understanding of minority groups in Ohio. Prerequisite: degree seeking students only. LING-3100 Principles of Language Acquisition –Sp 3 hours The practical side of the study of linguistics is the study of how language is acquired, both by children learning to speak and by adults learning a second language. This course will present the basic theories of both types of language acquisition and will provide students the opportunity to do original research in the field. Prerequisite: degree-seeking students only; sophomore, junior, or senior status only. LING-3080 Linguistics for Language Learning. LING-3500 2 hours Methods of Teaching Foreign Language –Fa Designed around ACTFL’s Standards of Foreign Language learning, this course prepares students to teach in the K–12 world language classroom and also to teach English as a new language. In this course, students will examine the purposes and objectives along with the methods and curricular models appropriate for the K–12 world language classroom, as well as adult-level language teaching. This course addresses theories of second language acquisition and how language learning looks different at the various stages of a language learner’s life. Using theory to inform practice, students will learn to plan and assess for student learning, including the creation of learning activities, assessments, lesson plans, and thematic unit plans, as well as evaluating and providing feedback to maximize student learning. Students will also gain insight into the importance of understanding one’s own language, culture, and worldview as a means to understanding the language, culture, and worldview of the target peoples and the important role that cultural understanding plays in communication. This course will prepare students to plan, teach, and assess effectively in today’s rapidly changing classroom. Open to students majoring in multi-age Spanish education or linguistics, and those minoring in TESOL. Prerequisites: degree-seeking students only; sophomore, junior, or senior status only; LING-3100 Principles of Language Acquisition; permission of instructor or advisor. (crosslisted with SPAN-3500) LING-3610 2 hours TESOL Practicum for Education Majors –Sp Independent teaching of ESL students under the general supervision of a master teacher. In a K-12 placement under the supervision of a qualified ESL teacher, the student will practice teaching in a formal classroom situation. During this 5-hour experience, the student will be provided opportunities to establish goals and objectives and design curricula that reflect Ohio’s grade level learning outcomes in content areas. The student will also be given opportunities to select, adapt, create, and use varied resources appropriate to age, cultural groups, and different learning styles. Activities should include integrating technology in planning and delivering instruction and strategies for creating and maintaining communication with families. Practicum will also provide the student with knowledge and skills in assessment. Prerequisites: ENG-3060 History of the English Language; ENG3070 English Garmmar; LING-3080 Linguisitics for Language Learning; LING-3100 Principles of Language Acquisition; and LING-3500 Methods of Teaching Foreign Language. (Fee: $50) LING-3710 2 hours TESOL Practicum for Non-Education Majors –Sp Practice teaching of ESL under general supervision of master teacher for non-education majors who are completing TESOL minor requirements. Prerequisite: degree-seeking students only; sophomore, junior, or senior status only; ENG-3070 English Grammar; LING-3080 Linguistics for Language Learning; LING- 3100 Principles of Language Acquisition; LING-3500 Methods of Teaching Foreign Language. Credit/No credit. (Fee: $45) LING-4210 Senior Research in Linguistics I –Fa 2 hours This course is the first of two components (LING 4210, LING 4220) of the capstone experience for the major in linguistics. In these courses, students will acquire skills for conducting research in linguistics and will put into practice the theories and concepts learned while completing independent research in the field. This course focuses on the research and design of the study. Prerequisites: LING-2070 Introduction to Linguistics; LING- 3080 Linguistics for Language Learning; LING-3082 Phonetics; LING-3090 Sociolinguistics; LING-3100 Principles of Language Acquisition. Page 288 2019–20 Undergraduate Academic Catalog Course Descriptions LING-2070 – LING-4210 ENGLISH, LITERATURE, AND MODERN LANGUAGES