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A foundation course in linguistics with a focus on pedagogical implications for second language (L2) learners. Fundamental concepts in the core of linguistics, including morphology, syntax, semantics, phonetics, phonology, and pragmatics as well as in other fields of linguistics, such as sociolinguistics are covered in lectures and structured linguistic exercises with both English and other languages for contrastive analyses. Satisfies the requirement for graduate students pursuing the Certificate in TESL and the MA in English.

University: University of Akron

Field Of Study: English

Course Number: ENG 566

Modality (Type): Asynchronous

Start Date: 08/25/2025

End Date: 12/14/2025

Credits: 3

University Information URL: https://www.uakron.edu/english/academics/graduate/

Application URL: https://www.uakron.edu/graduate/admissions/apply

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Stand Alone: Yes

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Online Resources Contact Name: Hillary Nunn

Online Resources Contact Email: nunn@uakron.edu

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