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Phonology of Yoruba I

This course introduces students to the phonology of the Yoruba language. It covers fundamental concepts such as phonemes, allophones, and phonetic transcription. The course explores Yoruba consonant and vowel sounds, syllable structure, and tone. Students will learn about phonological processes like assimilation, elision, and tone sandhi. The course aims to equip students with the analytical skills to understand and describe the sound system of Yoruba.

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120h
Study Time
13
Weeks
9h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Yoruba phonologyphonemesallophonestoneassimilation

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

Phonetics and Phonology

2

Yoruba Consonant Sounds

3

Yoruba Vowel Sounds

4

Yoruba Tones

5

Syllable Structure

6

Phonological Processes

Total Topics6 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

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Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Ègé Ìró

2h

Unit 1: Ègé Ìró

2 study hours
  • •Define phonetics and phonology.
  • •Explain the concept of speech sounds.
  • •Identify the organs of speech involved in sound production.
Week
2

Module 1: Ègé Ìró

2h

Unit 2: Ìró Kọ́nsónáǹtì

2 study hours
  • •Define consonants and their articulation.
  • •Classify Yoruba consonants based on place and manner of articulation.
  • •Identify the distinctive features of Yoruba consonants.
Week
3

Module 1: Ègé Ìró

2h

Unit 3: Ìró Fáwẹ́ lì

2 study hours
  • •Define vowels and their articulation.
  • •Classify Yoruba vowels based on height, backness, and rounding.
  • •Differentiate between oral and nasal vowels in Yoruba.
Week
4

Module 1: Ègé Ìró

2h

Unit 4: Ìró ohùn

2 study hours
  • •Explain the concept of tone in Yoruba.
  • •Identify the three level tones in Yoruba: high, mid, and low.
  • •Transcribe Yoruba words using tone marks.
Week
5

Module 1: Ègé Ìró

2h

Unit 5: Ìró àṣèyàtọ̀

2 study hours
  • •Distinguish between phonemes and allophones.
  • •Explain the concept of minimal pairs.
  • •Identify phonemes in Yoruba using minimal pair analysis.
Week
6

Module 1: Ègé Ìró

2h

Unit 6: Dída ìró kọ

2 study hours
  • •Learn the IPA symbols for Yoruba sounds.
  • •Transcribe Yoruba words and sentences using the IPA.
  • •Practice transcribing different Yoruba dialects.
Week
7

Module 2: Sílébù

2h

Unit 1: Sílébù

2 study hours
  • •Define syllable and its structure.
  • •Identify the components of a Yoruba syllable: onset, nucleus, and coda.
  • •Analyze the syllable structure of Yoruba words.
Week
8

Module 2: Sílébù

2h

Unit 2: Ìhun Sílébù

2 study hours
  • •Explain the different types of syllable structures in Yoruba.
  • •Describe the permissible consonant clusters in Yoruba syllables.
  • •Analyze the phonotactic constraints on syllable formation.
Week
9

Module 2: Sílébù

2h

Unit 3: Ọ̀rọ̀ Ẹlẹ́yọ àti Ọlọ́pọ̀ Sílébù

2 study hours
  • •Differentiate between monosyllabic and polysyllabic words.
  • •Analyze the syllable structure of complex Yoruba words.
  • •Identify the patterns of vowel harmony in polysyllabic words.
Week
10

Module 3: Àbùdá Afọ̀ Geere

2h

Unit 1: Ìgbésẹ̀ Ajẹmóhùn

2 study hours
  • •Define assimilation and its types.
  • •Identify examples of assimilation in Yoruba.
  • •Explain the rules governing assimilation in Yoruba.
Week
11

Module 3: Àbùdá Afọ̀ Geere

2h

Unit 2: Àrànmọ́

2 study hours
  • •Define epenthesis and its function.
  • •Identify examples of epenthesis in Yoruba.
  • •Explain the phonological environment that triggers epenthesis.
Week
12

Module 3: Àbùdá Afọ̀ Geere

2h

Unit 3: Ìparójẹ

2 study hours
  • •Define elision and its types.
  • •Identify examples of elision in Yoruba.
  • •Explain the rules governing elision in Yoruba.
Week
13

Module 3: Àbùdá Afọ̀ Geere

6h

Final Revision

6 study hours
  • •Review all modules and units.
  • •Work on assignments and TMAs.
  • •Prepare for final examinations.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review all key terms and definitions from each unit.

2

Practice transcribing Yoruba words and sentences using the IPA.

3

Focus on understanding the rules governing phonological processes.

4

Create flashcards to memorize consonant and vowel classifications.

5

Listen to Yoruba speech and try to identify different tones.

6

Practice analyzing syllable structure of Yoruba words.

7

Review all TMAs and assignments.

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