Spring 2019 - LING 220 D100
Introduction to Linguistics (3)
Class Number: 1695
Delivery Method: In Person
Overview
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Course Times + Location:
Jan 3 – Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby -
Exam Times + Location:
Apr 23, 2019
Tue, 8:30–11:30 a.m.
Burnaby
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Instructor:
Dean Mellow
dmellow@sfu.ca
1 778 782-6678
Description
CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:
An introduction to linguistic analysis. Breadth-Social Sciences.
COURSE DETAILS:
This course provides an introduction to the field of linguistics, providing: 1) a general understanding of the nature of human language, including some characteristics of its use and acquisition; 2) knowledge of basic linguistic terminology and concepts; and 3) practice in the analysis of language and the solution of problem sets, especially for phonetics, phonology, morphology, and syntax. Because of potential interest to students, many of the linguistic concepts will be linked to the properties of English as a second language (ESL) use. Because employers are reporting that SFU students do not have adequate communication skills, the course will emphasize the development of listening comprehension and note-taking skills.
Grading
- Homework Assignments 20%
- Midterm Examination 35%
- Final Examination 45%
- NOTE: Grading is subject to minor revisions
NOTES:
Tutorials will not be held on January 3rd & 4th. The first class will be Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2019.
i) This course may be applied towards the Certificate in Liberal Arts or the Certificate in Teaching English as a Second Language, but not both.
ii) Linguistics program students cannot count this course towards their breadth requirements unless in joint or double majors, extended minor, or double minors program.
iii) Students should familiarize themselves with the Department's Standards on Class Management and Student Responsibilities at http://www.sfu.ca/linguistics/undergraduate/standards.html.
iv) A grade of “FD” (Failed-Dishonesty) may be assigned as a penalty for academic dishonesty.
v) All student requests for accommodation of their religious practices must be made in writing by the end of the first week of classes or no later than one week after a student adds a course.
vi) Students requiring accommodations as the result of a disability, must contact the Centre for Students with Disabilities (778.782.3112 or csdo@sfu.ca).
Materials
REQUIRED READING:
O'Grady, William & Archibald, John. (2015). Contemporary Linguistic Analysis: An Introduction (8th edition). Pearson. ISBN: 9780134046792 (loose leaf version, no companion website access code) or ISBN: 9780321836151 (more expensive paperback version, no companion website access code).
Other editions of the textbook cannot be used.
The textbook can also be purchased with an access code to the companion website, which gives you access to online materials for the course (study guides for chapters, audio files, additional exercises and information). You are NOT required to access these materials for the course, but some students may find them helpful. It is your own decision whether you want to buy the book with or without the access code.
In LING 100, different chapters of the SAME textbook are used. You can purchase one textbook and use it in two courses.
Registrar Notes:
SFU’s Academic Integrity web site http://www.sfu.ca/students/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating. Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.
Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the University community. Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the University. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the University. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS