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YOR351Arts2 Unitsintermediate

Dialect of Yoruba

This course explores the dialects of Yorùbá language. It covers the definition, importance, and classification of dialects. The course examines the works of various scholars on Yorùbá dialects, including Adétugbọ, Oyèlaran, and Adéníyì. It also analyzes the seven dialects identified by Adéníyì and Òjó, providing a comprehensive overview of Yorùbá dialectology and its regional variations.

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45h
Study Time
13
Weeks
3h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Yorùbá dialectsDialectologyLanguage variationRegional dialectsYorùbá language

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

Definition of dialects

2

Importance of dialects

3

Classification of Yorùbá dialects

4

Works of scholars on Yorùbá dialects

5

Seven dialects identified by Adéníyì and Òjó

6

Regional variations in Yorùbá

Total Topics6 topics

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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.

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

Written Assessment

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Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Èka Èdè

2h

Unit 1: Ẹ̀ka-Èdè

2 study hours
  • •Read the introduction to dialects and their characteristics.
  • •Compare dialects to branches of a tree to understand language evolution.
  • •Define dialect and its components: phonology, grammar, vocabulary.
Week
2

Module 1: Èka Èdè

2h

Unit 2: Ìwúlò Èka-Èdè

2 study hours
  • •Explore the practical uses of dialects in communication and expression.
  • •Analyze dialects in advertising, comedy, and news reporting.
  • •Discuss the role of dialects in secret conversations and identity.
Week
3

Module 1: Èka Èdè

2h

Unit 3: Pípèka Èdè

2 study hours
  • •Examine the factors that lead to language diversification and dialect formation.
  • •Discuss the impact of migration, trade, and intermarriage on dialectal variations.
  • •Analyze the role of geographical barriers in dialectal divergence.
Week
4

Module 1: Èka Èdè

2h

Unit 4: Àlèébù Títẹramọ́ Èka-Èdè

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the potential drawbacks of emphasizing dialectal differences.
  • •Analyze how dialectal emphasis can lead to prejudice and civil conflict.
  • •Explore the impact of dialectal interference on second language acquisition.
Week
5

Module 1: Èka Èdè

2h

Unit 5: Àwọn Òrọ̀ Àìtọ́ Nípa Èka Èdè

2 study hours
  • •Identify and critique common misconceptions about dialects.
  • •Discuss the role of dialects in various social contexts.
  • •Understand the importance of dialects in language research and identity.
Week
6

Module 2: Iṣẹ́ Lórí Èka-Èdè Yorùbá

2h

Unit 1: Adétugbọ (1967)

2 study hours
  • •Review Adétugbọ's classification of Yorùbá dialects into three main groups.
  • •Identify the geographical locations and characteristics of each dialect group.
  • •Understand the significance of Adétugbọ's work in Yorùbá dialectology.
Week
7

Module 2: Iṣẹ́ Lórí Èka-Èdè Yorùbá

2h

Unit 2: Oyèlaran (1976

2 study hours
  • •Explore Oyèlaran's classification of Yorùbá dialects into four main groups.
  • •Identify the geographical locations and characteristics of each dialect group.
  • •Understand the significance of Oyèlaran's work in Yorùbá dialectology.
Week
8

Module 2: Iṣẹ́ Lórí Èka-Èdè Yorùbá

2h

Unit 3: Akínkùgbé (1978)

2 study hours
  • •Explore Akínkùgbé's classification of Yorùbá dialects into five main groups.
  • •Identify the geographical locations and characteristics of each dialect group.
  • •Understand the significance of Akínkùgbé's work in Yorùbá dialectology.
Week
9

Module 2: Iṣẹ́ Lórí Èka-Èdè Yorùbá

2h

Unit 4: Awóbùlúyì (1998)

2 study hours
  • •Explore Awóbùlúyì's classification of Yorùbá dialects into five main groups.
  • •Identify the geographical locations and characteristics of each dialect group.
  • •Understand the significance of Awóbùlúyì's work in Yorùbá dialectology.
Week
10

Module 2: Iṣẹ́ Lórí Èka-Èdè Yorùbá

2h

Unit 5: Adéníyì àti Òjó (2005)

2 study hours
  • •Explore Adéníyì and Òjó's classification of Yorùbá dialects into seven main groups.
  • •Identify the geographical locations and characteristics of each dialect group.
  • •Understand the significance of Adéníyì and Òjó's work in Yorùbá dialectology.
Week
11

Module 3: Àlàyé Kíkún Lórí Èka Méje tí Adéníyì àti Òjó Pín Èdè Yorùbá Sí

2h

Unit 1: (a) Ẹ̀ka Ìlà Oòrùn àti (b) Ìwò Oòrùn

2 study hours
  • •Identify the key characteristics of the Eastern Yorùbá dialect.
  • •Compare and contrast Eastern Yorùbá with other Yorùbá dialects.
  • •Discuss the geographical distribution of Eastern Yorùbá speakers.
Week
12

Module 3: Àlàyé Kíkún Lórí Èka Méje tí Adéníyì àti Òjó Pín Èdè Yorùbá Sí

4h

Unit 2: Ààrin Gbùngbùn

2 study hours
  • •Identify the key characteristics of the Central Yorùbá dialect.
  • •Compare and contrast Central Yorùbá with other Yorùbá dialects.
  • •Discuss the geographical distribution of Central Yorùbá speakers.

Unit 3: Àríwá Ìlà Oòrùn

2 study hours
  • •Identify the key characteristics of the Northeast Yorùbá dialect.
  • •Compare and contrast Northeast Yorùbá with other Yorùbá dialects.
  • •Discuss the geographical distribution of Northeast Yorùbá speakers.
Week
13

Module 3: Àlàyé Kíkún Lórí Èka Méje tí Adéníyì àti Òjó Pín Èdè Yorùbá Sí

4h

Unit 4: Àríwá Ìwò Oòrùn

2 study hours
  • •Identify the key characteristics of the Northwest Yorùbá dialect.
  • •Compare and contrast Northwest Yorùbá with other Yorùbá dialects.
  • •Discuss the geographical distribution of Northwest Yorùbá speakers.

Unit 5: (a) Gúsù Ìlà Oòrùn àti (b) Gúsù Ìwò Oòrùn

2 study hours
  • •Identify the key characteristics of the Southeast and Southwest Yorùbá dialects.
  • •Compare and contrast Southeast and Southwest Yorùbá with other Yorùbá dialects.
  • •Discuss the geographical distribution of Southeast and Southwest Yorùbá speakers.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create a comparative chart of dialectal features from Units 1-5, Module 3.

2

Focus on the key differences between the seven dialects identified by Adéníyì and Òjó.

3

Practice identifying dialectal variations in spoken Yorùbá recordings.

4

Review the works of Adétugbọ, Oyèlaran, Akínkùgbé, and Awóbùlúyì.

5

Study the phonological and grammatical features that distinguish each dialect.

6

Use the provided tables and summaries to memorize key dialectal characteristics.

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