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English 333.01: Introduction to Language Structure |
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Prerequisites: Curiosity, literacy, self-discipline
Course Goals: This course will present and explain the fundamentals
of linguistics as they apply to the English language. Major topics
include phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, history of English, approaches
to grammar and discourse, and the relationship between language and society,
if not civilization.
Course Objectives:
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Learning about linguistics and its role in English studies
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Recognizing the systematicity of language
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Understanding the relationship between language and human
existence
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Expanding your intellectual abilities as a result of the
above
Course Method: The methods of this course include readings, lectures,
handouts, worksheets, class discussions, group work, impromptu writing,
quizzes, and three examinations (from which your grade for the course will
derive). Of course, the most effective method on your part will be to attend
class, on time, everyday, and to exhibit an understanding of the course
content.
Textbooks:
Thomas and Tchudi. The English Language: An Owner's Manual.
Boston:
Allyn and Bacon, 1999.
Electronic Resources
Course Policies: Certain simple rules provide a basis for equal
treatment and evaluation of all students. These rules are listed below.
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Attend all classes on time. This is something you
can always get right. If you know of a conflict ahead of time, I need to
know about it, too. If an emergent situation necessitates your absence,
inform me as soon as you can. The bulk and complexity of the course content,
along with your status as upperclasspersons well aware of the benefits
of consistent attendance, should encourage your presence. Those who have
missed excessively in the past have effectively failed the class. Since
missing this class will ultimately be its own punishment, no official attendance
policy will be instituted.
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Hand in work on time. This is also easy to do correctly.
Everything contributes to your final grade. Consider every assignment an
important one (and consider any questions regarding missing anything important,
should you miss class, answered). Moreover, contrary to popular myth, absence
does not extend due dates or relieve you from responsibility. Thus, missing
class as a method of excusing yourself from course policies will only cause
an additional problem.
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Pay attention. Everything has
the potential of being included on an exam or quiz. Review your notes--don't
just take them down and leave them closed in your notebook. The key factor
involved with paying attention, of course, is self-discipline. Anyone engaging
in activities that are more suitable outside the classroom will be encouraged
to relocate. Pagers, cell phones, and other distractions should be turned
off before class begins.
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Do your own work. Lying, cheating, and plagiarizing
always earns a zero (0) and may lead to disciplinary action by the University.
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Advise me of any special needs you may have immediately.
WTAMU seeks to provide reasonable accommodation for all qualified persons
with disabilities. This university will adhere to all applicable federal,
state, and local laws, regulations and guidelines with respect to providing
reasonable accommodations as required to afford equal educational opportunity.
It is the student's responsibility to register with the Disability Support
Services and to contact the faculty member in a timely fashion to arrange
for suitable accommodations.
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Other policies may be instituted as needed.
Remaining in this class after receiving this syllabus
indicates your agreement with the course requirements as stated herein. |
Daily Syllabus:
Aug 27 Course Policies
29, Sept 5, 10 & 12: Thomas
and Tchudi--Chapter 2
17 & 19: Thomas and Tchudi--Chapter 6
24, 26 & Oct 1: Thomas and Tchudi--Chapter
7
3: Review
8: Exam I
10 & 15: Thomas and Tchudi--Chapter 8
17, 22 & 24: Thomas and Tchudi--Chapter 5
29: Review
31: Exam II
5 & 7: Thomas and Tchudi--Chapter 9
12, 14, 19 & 26: Thomas and Tchudi--Chapter 3
28 & Dec 3: Thomas and Tchudi--Chapter 4
5 Review
FINAL EXAM:
12/07/01; 10:30 a.m.
Copyright © 2001 Martin M. Jacobsen, Ph.D. as to
this syllabus and all lectures; materials may not be reproduced without
Dr. Jacobsen's written consent. Students are prohibited from selling (or
being paid for taking) notes during this course to or by any person or
commercial firm without the express written permission of the professor
teaching this course. |