ELM 210

Sign Language Linguistics

This course compares the fundamental linguistic structures of American Sign Language, English and other signed languages. The phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics and pragmatics of each language will be examined. Students will use a descriptive framework to identify and analyze the linguistic features across both spoken and signed languages. The course will utilize theoretical and methodological approaches to the study of sign languages. Fluency in American Sign Language is not required.

Regular Liberal Arts

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