This course introduces students to the dynamic relationship between language and society. It explores how social factors influence language use, examining variations in styles, registers, and dialects. Key topics include bilingualism, multilingualism, code-switching, language planning, and the emergence of new language varieties. Students will also analyze language change, maintenance, and death, gaining insights into the socio-political aspects of language use in diverse communities, including Nigeria.
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No specific requirements needed
This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.
How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)
Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding
Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding
Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding
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Expert tips to help you succeed in this course
Create detailed summaries of each unit, focusing on key terms and concepts.
Practice applying sociolinguistic theories to real-world examples.
Review assignments and tutor feedback to identify areas for improvement.
Form study groups to discuss complex topics and share insights.
Focus on understanding the Nigerian sociolinguistic context and language policies.
Create concept maps linking language variation, social factors, and discourse analysis.
Practice analyzing sample conversations and written texts for discourse features.