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The Sociology of Language in Africa in a Global Perspective

Vak
2012-2013

Admission requirements

None

Description

Topics that we deal with include: – Language and identity – Speech community versus language community – Language ideologies – Urban youth practices – Language and power – The power of language

Course objectives

Familiarity with the latest approaches to language as a social construct. Reflection on language in society.

Mode of instruction

2-hour weekly seminar

Assessment method

Written exam. MA students will be required to do additional assignments.

Blackboard

Yes

Reading list

Materials will be made available via Blackboard.

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