Language and Culture in Context

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This course surveys the acquisition and use of first and second languages. It examines the relationship of language to culture, language acquisition, and language analysis or linguistics, emphasizing the utility of such knowledge for educators. Stress is given to understanding language's reciprocal relation with culture, the nature of language systems and linguistic analysis to enable educators a better comprehension of second language acquisition within learning environments. This course requirement can be fulfilled by ENGL-453 : Language, Culture and Linguistics.