ENGL 343 - Sociolinguistics: Language and Dialects of the U.S.

Description:
An examination of the languages and different varieties of English spoken in the United States. Various factors are considered in reviewing current patterns of language diversity, including region, socioeconomic level, gender, ethnicity, language contact, language attitudes, and education. U.S. language policies are also examined.

Prerequisites:
One of the following: ENGL 240, ENGL 342, ENGL 345, CSD 266, FREN 420, GERM 420, or SPAN 420; or Instructor Consent

General Education Designation(s):
GEP: SS, USD

3 cr.