Spring 2025 - LING 190 B100
The Science of Speech (3)
Class Number: 2469
Delivery Method: Blended
Overview
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Course Times + Location:
Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2025: Mon, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
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Instructor:
Yue Wang
yuew@sfu.ca
1 778 782-6924
Description
CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:
Introduces the scientific study of speech, focusing on the mechanisms of speech production and perception, the ways in which speech is described and analyzed, the relationship between speech and technology, and the practical applications of phonetic science. Open to all students. Students with credit for LING 290 may not take this course for further credit. Breadth-Social Sci/Science.
COURSE DETAILS:
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
An introduction to the scientific study of speech, focusing on the mechanisms of speech production and perception, the ways in which speech is described and analyzed, the relationship between speech and technology, and the practical applications of phonetic science in such diverse areas as clinical linguistics, forensics, language teaching, business, and the arts.
MODE OF INSTRUCTION/DELIVERY: Blended. The course will be delivered through a blend of asynchronous and synchronous methods (online, offline, in-person). 2 hours in person, 1 hour online.
Grading
- Participation 10%
- Midterms 60%
- Assignments 30%
REQUIREMENTS:
TECHNOLOGY REQUIRED: A laptop computer.
Materials
REQUIRED READING:
Munro, M. J. (2021). Applying Phonetics: The Science of Speech in Everyday Life. Wiley-Blackwell.
ISBN: 978-1119164548.
Additional readings and resources will be distributed on Canvas.
REQUIRED READING NOTES:
Your personalized Course Material list, including digital and physical textbooks, are available through the SFU Bookstore website by simply entering your Computing ID at: shop.sfu.ca/course-materials/my-personalized-course-materials.
Department Undergraduate Notes:
Students should familiarize themselves with the Department's Standards on Class Management and Student Responsibilities.
Please note that a grade of “FD” (Failed-Dishonesty) may be assigned as a penalty for academic dishonesty.
All student requests for accommodations for 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.
Registrar Notes:
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS
SFU’s Academic Integrity website 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
RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION
Students with a faith background who may need accommodations during the term are encouraged to assess their needs as soon as possible and review the Multifaith religious accommodations website. The page outlines ways they begin working toward an accommodation and ensure solutions can be reached in a timely fashion.