This seminar will introduce you to a variety of different influential theories and approaches in linguistics, for example structuralism, generative grammar, functional linguistics, sociolinguistics, and cognitive linguistics. We will explore similarities and differences between these theories and pay particular attention to how they have influenced each other.
Having completed any kind of Introduction to Linguistics is highly recommended!
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23-ANG-M-AngGM1 Grundmodul 1: Theories of Language, Literature and Culture | GM 1.1 Linguistic Theory | Study requirement
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To complete this course, you will need to give a short presentation and submit a portfolio containing several written assignments (e.g. short summaries or reflection papers).
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