Course Details
| Department & Course Number | LINGUIS 210 Section 201 |
| Class Number | 61454 |
| Course Type | Undergraduate (Milwaukee Campus) |
| Credits | 3 |
| Meets Requirements | Cultural Diversity (CD), Humanities (HU) |
| Instructor | Hanyong Park |
| Course Dates | June 24 - July 20, 2024 (Second 4-week Session) |
Have you ever wondered how language impacts your life? Are you interested in linguistic variations, such as regional and social dialects? Are you curious about how language shapes our thoughts, attitudes, and behavior? Then this course is for you!
Through engaging discussions on the building blocks of language and how they’re expressed in various social settings, you’ll gain a newfound appreciation for the power of words. We’ll explore how linguistic variations, such as regional and social dialects, can both unite and divide us. You’ll even discover how language not only reflects but also influences our thoughts and perspectives.
But that’s not all! In this course, you’ll learn how to combat negative linguistic influences and become a more effective communicator with people from different linguistic backgrounds. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of the diversity of language and its role in shaping our world.
The instructor will guide you through these exciting topics using the well-organized slides, short articles, and multimedia materials. If you’re ready to explore the profound impact of language and gain a new perspective on the world around you, then sign up for this course today!
Course Syllabus (PDF)