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Syntax of Yoruba I

This course introduces students to the syntax of the Yoruba language. It is a three-credit course designed for second-year students. The course is divided into three modules, each containing five units. It covers various grammatical topics related to Yoruba syntax, providing a foundational understanding of sentence structure and word categories. The course aims to simplify the learning of Yoruba syntax for language learners, emphasizing practical application and discussion.

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45h
Study Time
13
Weeks
3h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Yoruba SyntaxGrammarLinguisticsSentence StructureWord Categories

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

Nouns and Pronouns

2

Adjectives and Adverbs

3

Verbs and Determiners

4

Phrase Structure

5

Sentence Types

6

Sentence Functions

7

Emphasis

Total Topics7 topics

Ready to Start

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.

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

Career Opportunities

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Linguist

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Translator

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Yoruba Language Teacher

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Content Creator

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Cultural Preservationist

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

EducationTranslation ServicesMedia and JournalismCultural HeritagePublishing

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1:

4h

Unit 1: Òrọ̀-Orúkọ

2 study hours
  • •Read the definition of nouns and their grammatical functions.
  • •Identify different types of nouns in Yoruba.
  • •Analyze the structure of noun phrases.

Unit 2: Arópò-Orúkọ

2 study hours
  • •Study the definition and types of pronouns.
  • •Identify pronouns in sentences.
  • •Understand the functions of pronouns in Yoruba grammar.
Week
2

Module 1:

4h

Unit 3: Òrọ̀-Èyán

2 study hours
  • •Learn the definition and types of adjectives.
  • •Identify adjectives in sentences.
  • •Understand the functions of adjectives in Yoruba grammar.

Unit 4: Òrọ̀-Ìṣe

2 study hours
  • •Study the definition and types of verbs.
  • •Identify verbs in sentences.
  • •Understand the functions of verbs in Yoruba grammar.
Week
3

Module 1:

2h

Unit 5: Òrọ̀-Àpónlé

2 study hours
  • •Learn the definition and types of adverbs.
  • •Identify adverbs in sentences.
  • •Understand the functions of adverbs in Yoruba grammar.
Week
4

Module 2:

4h

Unit 1: Wúnre ̀n Aṣegírámà

2 study hours
  • •Study the definition and types of determiners.
  • •Identify determiners in sentences.
  • •Understand the functions of determiners in Yoruba grammar.

Unit 2: Ìhungbólohùn: Àwọn Àpólà

2 study hours
  • •Learn about phrase structure and different types of phrases.
  • •Analyze the structure of noun phrases, verb phrases, etc.
  • •Understand how phrases combine to form sentences.
Week
5

Module 2:

4h

Unit 3: Gbólóhùn Abódé

2 study hours
  • •Study the structure and function of simple sentences.
  • •Identify the subject and predicate in simple sentences.
  • •Understand the basic components of a Yoruba sentence.

Unit 4: Gbólóhùn Alákànpọ̀

2 study hours
  • •Learn about compound sentences and how they are formed.
  • •Identify coordinating conjunctions in compound sentences.
  • •Understand the relationship between clauses in compound sentences.
Week
6

Module 2:

2h

Unit 5: Gbólóhùn Oníbọ̀ I

2 study hours
  • •Study complex sentences and their structure.
  • •Identify subordinate clauses in complex sentences.
  • •Understand the relationship between main and subordinate clauses.
Week
7

Module 3:

4h

Unit 1: Gbólóhùn Oníbọ̀ II

2 study hours
  • •Continue studying complex sentences and their structure.
  • •Analyze different types of subordinate clauses.
  • •Practice constructing complex sentences in Yoruba.

Unit 2: Iṣẹ́ tí gbólóhùn ń ṣe: Ìròyìn àti Ìpàṣẹ

2 study hours
  • •Learn about the functions of sentences: statements and commands.
  • •Identify statements and commands in Yoruba.
  • •Understand the grammatical features of each type.
Week
8

Module 3:

2h

Unit 3: Ìṣèbéèrè I: Onídáhùn Àlàyé

2 study hours
  • •Study question formation in Yoruba.
  • •Learn about information questions and their structure.
  • •Practice forming information questions.
Week
9

Module 3:

4h

Unit 4: Ìṣèbéèrè II: Onídáhùn bẹ́ẹ̀ ni-bẹ́ẹ̀ kọ́

2 study hours
  • •Continue studying question formation in Yoruba.
  • •Learn about yes/no questions and their structure.
  • •Practice forming yes/no questions.

Unit 5: Ìṣètẹnumọ́

2 study hours
  • •Learn about emphasis in Yoruba sentences.
  • •Identify different ways to emphasize elements in a sentence.
  • •Practice constructing emphatic sentences.
Week
10

Module 1:

4h

Module 1: Review

4 study hours
  • •Review Module 1: Nouns, Pronouns, Adjectives, Verbs, and Adverbs.
  • •Complete practice exercises on identifying word categories.
  • •Prepare for Module 1 assessment.
Week
11

Module 2:

4h

Module 2: Review

4 study hours
  • •Review Module 2: Determiners, Phrase Structure, and Sentence Types.
  • •Complete practice exercises on sentence analysis.
  • •Prepare for Module 2 assessment.
Week
12

Module 3:

4h

Module 3: Review

4 study hours
  • •Review Module 3: Sentence Functions (Statements, Commands, Questions, Emphasis).
  • •Complete practice exercises on sentence transformation.
  • •Prepare for Module 3 assessment.
Week
13

All Modules

6h

Final Revision

6 study hours
  • •Comprehensive review of all course materials.
  • •Practice exam questions and answers.
  • •Final preparation for the semester examination.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create detailed notes summarizing key concepts from each unit.

2

Practice sentence diagramming to understand phrase structure.

3

Review all examples provided in the course materials.

4

Focus on understanding the differences between sentence types and their functions.

5

Complete all assignments and TMAs to reinforce learning.

6

Create flashcards for key vocabulary and grammatical terms.

7

Practice translating sentences from English to Yoruba and vice versa.

8

Form a study group to discuss challenging concepts and practice exercises.

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