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WLSP 512 Spanish in the United States
奥尝厂笔听512听听Spanish in the United States听听(3 credit hours)听听
A study of the varieties of Spanish spoken in the United States from the linguistic perspective. The course examines the historical and socio-political motives for distinct waves of immigration as a means to understand the development of unique dialects and sociolects that are emerging across the country. Readings and lectures explore topics such as phonetic, morphosyntactic, geographic, and social variation; bilingualism and language contact; language acquisition and education; and language in the media and public space.
Prerequisite: 奥尝厂笔听502 or Permission of Instructor
Typically offered in Spring only