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COM-3390 The Story of Human Language

This course examines how language is created, acquired, and utilized. Topics examined in this course include the origin of language, differences between animal and human language, sound and word formation, language acquisition, verbal and nonverbal utilization, and its regional, social, and cultural variations. These topics are fundamental to a greater understanding of human language and its use and origins. Lastly, this course provides an essential foundation for advanced courses in linguistics.

Study Methods:

Online Courses (COM-3390-OL):
Apr 2023,  May 2023,  Jun 2023,  Jul 2023,  Aug 2023,  Sep 2023,  Oct 2023,  Nov 2023,  Dec 2023,  Jan 2024,  Feb 2024,  Mar 2024,  Apr 2024,  May 2024,  Jun 2024

Credits: 3

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