Dialect of Yoruba
- Arts
- 300 level
- 2 credit units
- 66 pages
- 1 units
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.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 45 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of YOR351, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
YOR351 · YOR351
Oríṣi ìgbéléwọ̀n méjì ni o máa ṣalábàápàdé. Àwọn méjèèjì ni Iṣẹ́ Ṣìṣe àti Ìdánwò òpin simẹ́sítà. A ń retí pé kí o ṣe ìdánwò ní òpin abala ẹ̀kọ́ yìí.
What you should be able to do
- Define and explain the concept of dialects.
- Discuss the importance of dialects in language and society.
- Classify and describe the major Yorùbá dialects.
- Analyze the works of scholars on Yorùbá dialectology.
- Identify and explain the seven dialects identified by Adéníyì and Òjó.
- Compare and contrast the characteristics of different Yorùbá dialects.
What it prepares you for
- Linguist
- Translator
- Language Teacher
- Cultural Heritage Manager
- Education
- Translation
- Cultural preservation
- Linguistic research
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 1: Èka Èdè
Unit 4: Àlèébù Títẹramọ́ Èka-Èdè
Understanding the nuances of interference between first and second languages requires careful analysis of linguistic structures and their impact on communication.
- Module 3: Àlàyé Kíkún Lórí Èka Méje tí Adéníyì àti Òjó Pín Èdè Yorùbá Sí
Unit 1: (a) Ẹ̀ka Ìlà Oòrùn àti (b) Ìwò Oòrùn
The unique consonant sounds /z/ and /ɹ/ in Eastern Yorùbá require careful phonetic discrimination and pronunciation practice.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 30 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: Èka Èdè
Unit 1: Ẹ̀ka-Èdè · 2 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 2Module 1: Èka Èdè
Unit 2: Ìwúlò Èka-Èdè · 2 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 3Module 1: Èka Èdè
Unit 3: Pípèka Èdè · 2 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 4Module 1: Èka Èdè
Unit 4: Àlèébù Títẹramọ́ Èka-Èdè · 2 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 5Module 1: Èka Èdè
Unit 5: Àwọn Òrọ̀ Àìtọ́ Nípa Èka Èdè · 2 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 6Module 2: Iṣẹ́ Lórí Èka-Èdè Yorùbá
Unit 1: Adétugbọ (1967) · 2 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 7Module 2: Iṣẹ́ Lórí Èka-Èdè Yorùbá
Unit 2: Oyèlaran (1976 · 2 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 8Module 2: Iṣẹ́ Lórí Èka-Èdè Yorùbá
Unit 3: Akínkùgbé (1978) · 2 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 9Module 2: Iṣẹ́ Lórí Èka-Èdè Yorùbá
Unit 4: Awóbùlúyì (1998) · 2 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 10Module 2: Iṣẹ́ Lórí Èka-Èdè Yorùbá
Unit 5: Adéníyì àti Òjó (2005) · 2 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 11Module 3: Àlàyé Kíkún Lórí Èka Méje tí Adéníyì àti Òjó Pín Èdè Yorùbá Sí
Unit 1: (a) Ẹ̀ka Ìlà Oòrùn àti (b) Ìwò Oòrùn · 2 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 12Module 3: Àlàyé Kíkún Lórí Èka Méje tí Adéníyì àti Òjó Pín Èdè Yorùbá Sí
Unit 2: Ààrin Gbùngbùn · 2 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 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 13Module 3: Àlàyé Kíkún Lórí Èka Méje tí Adéníyì àti Òjó Pín Èdè Yorùbá Sí
Unit 4: Àríwá Ìwò Oòrùn · 2 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 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..
Preparing for the exam
- Create a comparative chart of dialectal features from Units 1-5, Module 3.
- Focus on the key differences between the seven dialects identified by Adéníyì and Òjó.
- Practice identifying dialectal variations in spoken Yorùbá recordings.
- Review the works of Adétugbọ, Oyèlaran, Akínkùgbé, and Awóbùlúyì.
- Study the phonological and grammatical features that distinguish each dialect.
- Use the provided tables and summaries to memorize key dialectal characteristics.
Questions students ask about this course
What is YOR351 about?
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.
How many units does YOR351 have?
YOR351, Dialect of Yoruba, has 1 unit across 1 module, over 66 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is YOR351?
YOR351 carries 2 credit units, at 300 level in Arts.
Is YOR351 hard?
YOR351 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work.
How long does YOR351 take to study?
About 45 hours of study, spread across its 1 units.
How is YOR351 assessed?
YOR351 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What can I do with YOR351?
Linguist, Translator, Language Teacher and Cultural Heritage Manager.