Introduction to the analysis of oral language in use; distinctions between spoken and written language; theoretical and methodological approaches such as speech act theory, ethnography of communication, conversation analysis, and discourse analysis; classroom interaction; interaction in first- and second-language acquisition; analysis of spoken language corpora. Includes: Experiential Learning Activity Prerequisite(s): ALDS 1001 or permission of the instructor. Lectures three hours a week. [0.5 credits]
Introduction to the analysis of oral language in use; distinctions between spoken and written language; theoretical and methodological approaches such as speech act theory, ethnography of communication, conversation analysis, and discourse analysis; classroom interaction; interaction in first- and second-language acquisition; analysis of spoken language corpora. Includes: Experiential Learning Activity Prerequisite(s): ALDS 1001 or permission of the instructor. Lectures three hours a week. [0.5 credits]
