Languages of the World.
Language pervades virtually every aspect of human existence.
This course helps the student to appreciate and understand the range of variety of language among various peoples of the world. In particular, we will examine how languages may differ in their structures and sound systems, and what common aspects all human languages share. Real language data from various parts of the world will be used for classroom analysis. This course is intended for those who are curious about human language but who have not had courses or formal training in linguistics. At the same time students will gain some insight into how linguists proceed in their task of analysis and explanation.