BTE662 Comparative Linguistics

Course Description

An examination of the structure, phonology and morphology of the language of emphasis and English. Compares and contrasts the structure of the two languages and addresses the linguistic problems in the transfer of errors from L1 to L2. Includes strategies for teaching English as a second language. Prepares candidates to understand both first and second language acquisition. Also provides candidates with the skills necessary to understand the structure and form of the two languages and to predict the transfer of linguistic problems in the transition period of language acquisition.

Prerequisite

Passing competency test with a score of 3.5 or above in the language of emphasis.

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