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Module Specifications

Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
Please note that this information is subject to change.

Module Title	Introduction to the Study of Language 1
Module Code	LC150
School	SALIS
Online Module Resources
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

Description

Objectives: To introduce students to the basic principles of linguistic theory and description; To provide a basic introduction to the sounds and grammatical structures of English; To assist the students in applying their formal linguistic knowledge to other languages; To provide students with a basis to take further language study in applied areas of linguistics. To introduce students to some key concepts of applied linguistics.

Learning Outcomes

1. Provide a basic morphemic and syntactic analysis of English.
2. Demonstrate a basic understanding of the morphological and syntactic structure of other languages.
3. Analyse and describe semantic and pragmatic features of various languages.
4. Read and write simple English sentences using the phonetic alphabet.
5. Explain some key concepts of applied linguistics.

Workload	Full-time hours per semester
*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Lecture	24	No Description
Independent learning time	101	Reading prescribed texts, preparing class tasks
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Theoretical overview.
Introduction to the module.

Morphology.
How words are formed.

Syntax.
How sentences are formed.

Semantics.
The meaning of words.

Pragmatics.
Meaning and context.

Phonetics and phonology.
Sounds and sound systems.

Key issues in applied linguistics.
Critical Period Hypothesis, Multilingualism, Language and Gender, Standard Language and Dialect.

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	100%	Examination Weight	0%

Course Work Breakdown
Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
In Class Test	Written test	50%	As required
In Class Test	Written test	50%	Week 12

Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
This module is category 1

Indicative Reading List