L367: Languages of the World (3 cr)
Instructor: Dr. Samuel Obeng
Section: 3074
TR 9:30-10:45A -- SY 004

Prerequisite: LING L103 or L303

A survey of the languages families of the world including their chief phonological,
grammatical, and typological characteristics, geographical distribution and cultural
setting, language death: causes and characteristics. A review of the methods and
evidence for language grouping as well as possible causes for language diversity. An
examination of a selection of languages which differ areally and typologically.  Each
student will adopt a language for this purpose. Grades based on exams and course
projects.