MELC156
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MELC 156 - Sociolinguistics of the Greater Middle East
Course Title
Sociolinguistics of the Greater Middle East
Course Description
The Middle East, Iran, and North Africa are home to a great number of languages and dialects, including many varieties of Arabic, as well as Persian, Kurdish, Hebrew, Aramaic, Berber and more. This course provides an introduction to the current status of these languages, their social settings, and relevant parts of their histories. Students will acquire a basic foundation in sociolinguistics and linguistic anthropology as we explore how these languages change, struggle, and thrive. Knowledge of a language from the region (e.g. Arabic or Persian) will be helpful; no background in linguistics is required.
Minimum
4
Maximum
4
Grading Basis
Default Letter Grade; P/NP Option
Method of Assessment
Written Exam
Breadth
International Studies, Social and Behavioral Sciences
Repeat Rules
Course is not repeatable for credit.
Formats
Lecture
Term
Fall and Spring
Duration (in weeks)
15
Minimum Hours
3
Maximum Hours
3
Minimum Hours
9
Maximum Hours
9
Term
Summer
Duration (in weeks)
8
Minimum Hours
5.5
Maximum Hours
5.5
Minimum Hours
17
Maximum Hours
17
Term
Summer
Duration (in weeks)
6
Minimum Hours
7.5
Maximum Hours
7.5
Minimum Hours
22.5
Maximum Hours
22.5