University of Toronto
LIN 200: Introduction to Language
Course description
This course is an introduction to the study of language. We look
at topics such as universal properties of human language, Chomsky's innateness
hypothesis, language acquisition in children and adults, dialects and language variation,
and language change. The course also includes an introduction to modern grammar
(phonology, morphology, and syntax) and to scientific linguistic methodology. That is, we will look at both Formalisms of Language and Usages of Language, with the first enabling a more systematic examination of the second. Class meetings combine lecture and discussion. Tutorials will be used primarily for discussing homework assignments and for clarification and review of lecture topics.
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