In this survey, students get a profound knowledge of the linguistic diversity and general typology of Amerindian languages. In the second semester focus will be on tyhe languages of South America and the Tropical Lowlands.
Timetable
to be announced
Method of Instruction
seminar
A la carte and contract teaching
no
Course objectives
Providing the students with an in-depth overview of the typology of the Amerindian languages of South America and the Tropical Lowlands.
Required reading
R. Dixon and A. Aikhenvald: The Amazonian Languages
W. Adelaar and P. Muysken: The Languages of the Andes
Examination
to be announced
Information
with Prof. dr. W. Adelaar
Blackboard/webpage
no