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English 333.01: Introduction to Language
Structure
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Spring 2002
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Prerequisites: Self-discipline, literacy
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,
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. Because this class meets once a week, I will
permit only two (2) absences. You will fail the course if you miss three
(3) or more classes.
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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 disiplinary 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:
| 01/14 Course Policies; English Phonemes-IPA |
03/18 Chapter 5 |
| 01/28 Chapter 2 |
03/25 Chapter 5 |
| 02/04 Chapter 2 |
04/01 Chapter 5; Review |
| 02/11 Chapter 6 |
04/08 Exam II; Chapter 9 |
| 02/18 Chapter 7 |
04/15 Chapter 3 |
| 02/25 Chapter 7 |
04/22 Chapter 3 |
| 03/04 Exam I; Chapter 8 |
04/30 Chapter 4; Review |
| 03/11 Spring Break--No Class |
05/06 Final Exam |
| Copyright © 2002 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. |