LIN1030

Language in Australian society

(ART)

Joanne Winter

6 points + Clayton, distance + First semester + Prohibition: LIN1030, LIN1010 or LIN1030, LIN1020

Synopsis: An introduction to linguistics through the study of the complexity and diversity of language use and representation in Australian contexts. Some of these contexts include descriptions of Australian English and its social and geographical variation, community languages including indigenous languages and a survey of issues which arise out of the contact complexities such as cross-cultural communication, language learning and understanding and policy and planning.

Assessment: Three short assignments (800 words each): 45% + Research report (1000 words): 15% + Exam (1 hour): 40%