Introduction To Language And Culture

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An exploration into the nature of human communication, particularly the structures, functions, and substance of human language. Focus is on the interpenetration of language, culture and cognition, on the evolution of language and speech, and on their uses in everyday life. Typically offered Fall. Prerequisite(s): ANTH 10500 FOR LEVEL UG WITH MIN. GRADE OF D- Course Learning Outcomes 1. Explain the separate biological origins and functions for human language and speech/sign (languaging). 2. Distinguish communication, language, and languaging, as these relate to individual cognition and to collective culture and society. 3. Differentiate language and languaging, and written forms for each. 4. Discuss how language and languaging reciprocally shape both cognition and culture. View Class Schedule