English 333.01: Introduction to Language Structure 

Professor: Martin M. Jacobsen, Ph.D.  Office: CC 413B
Email:  MJacobsen@mail.wtamu.edu Office Phone: 651-2460
Homepage:  Office Hours: M-W-F 11-1 
http://www.wtamu.edu/academic/fah/eng/wc/marty3.htm       and by appointment

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:

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.

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.