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This course, HAU 210: Morphology of Hausa, is designed for second-year Hausa language students. It provides a comprehensive introduction to Hausa morphology, covering 14 units organized into three modules. The course explores word formation processes, including derivation, inflection, and compounding. Students will learn to analyze and describe the structure of Hausa words, identify morphemes, and understand the relationship between morphology and other linguistic levels. Emphasis is placed on practical application through exercises and assignments.

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52h
Study Time
13
Weeks
4h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Hausa morphologyWord formationDerivationInflectionMorphemes

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Word

2

Morpheme

3

Affixation

4

Reduplication

5

Compounding

6

Derivation

7

Inflection

8

Morphological Analysis

Total Topics8 topics

Requirements

Knowledge and skills recommended for success

Basic knowledge of Hausa language

Familiarity with basic linguistic concepts

💡 Don't have all requirements? Don't worry! Many students successfully complete this course with basic preparation and dedication.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Tutor-Marked Assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

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Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Ilimin {irar Kalma

3h

Unit 1: Kalma Da Ilimin {irar Kalma

3 study hours
  • •Read the introduction to the course and understand the definition of 'kalma' (word) and 'ilimin }irar kalma' (morphology).
  • •Identify and differentiate between content words and function words in Hausa.
  • •Analyze the different forms that words take in the Hausa language.
Week
2

Module 1: Ilimin {irar Kalma

3h

Unit 2: {wayar kalma Da Ga~ar Kalma

3 study hours
  • •Define '{wayar kalma' (morpheme) and 'ga~ar kalma' (syllable) and explain their roles in Hausa morphology.
  • •Distinguish between the different types of morphemes and syllables.
  • •Analyze the functions of morphemes within Hausa words.
Week
3

Module 1: Ilimin {irar Kalma

3h

Unit 3: Turken }irar kalma

3 study hours
  • •Understand the meaning of 'turken kalma' (base) and its significance in Hausa word formation.
  • •Identify and differentiate between 'turken saiwa' (root) and 'turken tushe' (stem).
  • •Analyze the role of bases in creating new words through affixation.
Week
4

Module 1: Ilimin {irar Kalma

3h

Unit 4: Hanyoyin Nazarin Ilimin {irar Kalma

3 study hours
  • •Explore the different approaches to morphological analysis, including item-and-arrangement, item-and-process, and word-and-paradigm.
  • •Understand the morpheme-based and word-based approaches to analyzing Hausa morphology.
  • •Apply these methods to analyze the structure of Hausa words.
Week
5

Module 1: Ilimin {irar Kalma

3h

Unit 5: Ginshi}an Bayanin Ilimin {irar Kalma

3 study hours
  • •Identify the key components of morphological analysis in Hausa, including morphemes, word formation processes, and morphological rules.
  • •Understand the different branches of morphology and their interrelationships.
  • •Analyze the role of these components in describing Hausa morphology.
Week
6

Module 2: Rassan Ilimin {irar Kalma A Hausa

3h

Unit 1: Tsirar kalma

3 study hours
  • •Define 'tsirar kalma' (derivation) and its role in creating new words in Hausa.
  • •Distinguish between different types of derivation, including category change and semantic change.
  • •Analyze how derivation expands the Hausa lexicon.
Week
7

Module 2: Rassan Ilimin {irar Kalma A Hausa

3h

Unit 2: Kumburar kalma

3 study hours
  • •Define 'kumburar kalma' (inflection) and its function in expressing grammatical categories in Hausa.
  • •Distinguish between inherent inflection and contextual inflection.
  • •Analyze how inflection marks grammatical features such as number, gender, and tense.
Week
8

Module 2: Rassan Ilimin {irar Kalma A Hausa

3h

Unit 3: Tsira da Kumbura: Ala}arsu da Bambancinsu

3 study hours
  • •Compare and contrast derivation and inflection, identifying their similarities and differences.
  • •Understand the criteria used to distinguish between these two word formation processes.
  • •Analyze examples of derivation and inflection in Hausa to illustrate their distinct characteristics.
Week
9

Module 2: Rassan Ilimin {irar Kalma A Hausa

3h

Unit 5: Gamayya

3 study hours
  • •Define 'gamayya' (interface) and its role in connecting morphology with other linguistic levels.
  • •Explore the interfaces between morphology and phonology, syntax, semantics, and other domains.
  • •Analyze how these interfaces shape the structure of Hausa words and sentences.
Week
10

Module 3: Hanyoyin {irar kalma Da Bayani A Kan Wasu Ke~a~~un Kalmomin Nazarin Ilimin {irar Kalma

3h

Unit 1: [afi

3 study hours
  • •Define '[afi' (affixation) and its role in creating new words in Hausa.
  • •Identify and classify different types of affixes, including prefixes, suffixes, and infixes.
  • •Analyze how affixation contributes to the richness and complexity of the Hausa lexicon.
Week
11

Module 3: Hanyoyin {irar kalma Da Bayani A Kan Wasu Ke~a~~un Kalmomin Nazarin Ilimin {irar Kalma

3h

Unit 2: Ninki

3 study hours
  • •Define 'ninki' (reduplication) and its function in expressing various meanings in Hausa.
  • •Distinguish between complete reduplication and partial reduplication.
  • •Analyze how reduplication contributes to the expressiveness of the Hausa language.
Week
12

Module 3: Hanyoyin {irar kalma Da Bayani A Kan Wasu Ke~a~~un Kalmomin Nazarin Ilimin {irar Kalma

6h

Unit 3: Har]antawa

3 study hours
  • •Define 'har]antawa' (compounding) and its role in creating new words in Hausa.
  • •Identify and classify different types of compounds based on their structure and meaning.
  • •Analyze how compounding expands the Hausa lexicon and expresses complex concepts.

Unit 4: [afi Da Ninki Da Har]antawa: Ala}arsu Da Bambancinsu

3 study hours
  • •Understand the relationships and distinctions between affixation, reduplication, and compounding.
  • •Analyze how these processes interact to create complex words in Hausa.
  • •Apply your knowledge of these processes to analyze the structure of unfamiliar Hausa words.
Week
13

Module 3: Hanyoyin {irar kalma Da Bayani A Kan Wasu Ke~a~~un Kalmomin Nazarin Ilimin {irar Kalma

3h

Unit 5: Bayani A Kan Wasu Ke~a~~un Kalmomin Nazarin Ilimin {iar Kalma

3 study hours
  • •Review key concepts and terminology related to Hausa morphology.
  • •Consolidate your understanding of word formation processes and their application in Hausa.
  • •Prepare for the final examination by reviewing course materials and practicing morphological analysis.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create flashcards for key morphological terms and definitions from Units 1-5.

2

Practice analyzing Hausa words by identifying morphemes and their functions from Modules 1-3.

3

Compare and contrast derivation and inflection using examples from Unit 3 of Module 2.

4

Review the different types of affixes and their effects on word meaning from Unit 1 of Module 3.

5

Practice morphological analysis by working through exercises in the course materials.

6

Focus on understanding the relationships between morphology and other linguistic levels, such as phonology and syntax, from Unit 5 of Module 2.

7

Create concept maps linking Units 3-5 word formation concepts

8

Review all TMAs

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