Course - Sociolinguistics - SPRÅK2241
SPRÅK2241 - Sociolinguistics
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: School exam
Grade: Letter grades
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School exam | 100/100 | 4 hours | E |
Course content
This course offers students an advanced introduction to central parts of the sociolinguistic field of research. The study of linguistic variation and change will be given much attention, but other approaches to language as a social phenomenon are also included. Moreover, the course will treat the historical development of the discipline, and both older and newer research literature will be reviewed. The course is general and involves studies from different linguistic communities. Yet, the emphasis will normally be placed on Norwegian cases. An important purpose of the course is to develop good theoretical and methodological skills in the study of different types of language use and language variation.
Learning outcome
Knowledge:
The candidate has:
- knowledge of different approaches to language as a social and cultural phenomenon
- knowledge of a wide range of language situations characterized by variation and change
- knowledge of different sociocultural factors that may have relevance for language development and change
- an overview of main features of the development of the sociolinguistic field of research
- insight into central methodological problems within sociolinguistics
Skills:
The candidate can:
- identify, describe, and discuss phenomena of variation in oral language and written language
- apply relevant sociolinguistic theories in the study of different linguistic arenas and linguistic situations - select and utilize methods in the study of different language situations
- exercise critical and independent reflection on the possible consequences of processes of linguistic change - both on an individual and societal level
- make use of an extensive system of concepts within sociolinguistic subject areas
- present the academic content both orally and in writing
Learning methods and activities
Lectures. Obligatory assignments: Written assignment(s) or oral presentation(s). Approved obligatory assignments are valid for 2 semesters (the semester in which the approval is given, plus the following semester). Classes will be taught in Norwegian and/or English.
Compulsory assignments
- Approved written assignment(s) or oral presentation(s)
Further on evaluation
Students admitted to an English program complete the obligatory assignments and write the exam in English. Students admitted to a Scandinavian studies program complete the obligatory assignments and write the exam in Norwegian.
Obligatory activities from a previous semester may be approved by the department.
Recommended previous knowledge
NORD1106, ENG1000, ENG1001 or equivalent
Required previous knowledge
None
Course materials
The reading list for the course will be made available at the beginning of the semester. The total required reading for the course will be approx. 700 pages.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| NORX2241 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2017 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Intermediate course, level II
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2023
Language of instruction: Norwegian
Location: Trondheim
- Scandinavian Language and Literature
- Scandinavian Linguistics
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Language and Literature
Examination
Examination arrangement: School exam
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD School exam 100/100 E 2023-12-12 15:00 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates SL238 Sluppenvegen 14 1 SL311 orange sone Sluppenvegen 14 8 - Spring ORD School exam 100/100 E 2024-03-04 09:00 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates SL415 Sluppenvegen 14 1
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"