Linguistics (LING)Arts and Sciences

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Course descriptions provided by the Courses of Study 2021-2022.

LING 1100

In this course the students learn the skill of writing at the university level. Instructors offer themes for their courses within their own special areas of expertise.   view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   FWS Session. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • Topic: FWS:Indigenous Relationships with the Earth

  • 19608 LING 1100   SEM 101

    • MWF Uris Hall G20
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Logan, C

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    For more information about First-Year Writing Seminars, see the Knight Institute website at http://knight.as.cornell.edu/.

Syllabi: none
  •   FWS Session. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • Topic: FWS: Language and Nationalism

  • 19609 LING 1100   SEM 102

    • TR Ives Hall 109
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Darnell, T

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    For more information about First-Year Writing Seminars, see the Knight Institute website at http://knight.as.cornell.edu/.

Syllabi: none
  •   FWS Session. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • Topic: FWS: Language, Myth, & Reality

  • 19610 LING 1100   SEM 103

    • MWF Uris Hall G20
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Brady, C

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    For more information about First-Year Writing Seminars, see the Knight Institute website at http://knight.as.cornell.edu/.

Syllabi: none
  •   FWS Session. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • Topic: FWS: The First Sentence

  • 19611 LING 1100   SEM 104

    • MWF Morrill Hall 102
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Weiss, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    For more information about First-Year Writing Seminars, see the Knight Institute website at http://knight.as.cornell.edu/.

Syllabi: none
  •   FWS Session. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • Topic: FWS: How to Build a Language

  • 19702 LING 1100   SEM 105

    • MW Uris Hall G88
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Burgdorf, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    For more information about First-Year Writing Seminars, see the Knight Institute website at http://knight.as.cornell.edu/.

Syllabi: none
  •   FWS Session. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • Topic: FWS: The Ethics of Artificial Intelligence

  • 19888 LING 1100   SEM 106

    • TR Uris Hall G20
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Lamp, K

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    For more information about First-Year Writing Seminars, see the Knight Institute website at http://knight.as.cornell.edu/.

LING 1101

Overview of the science of language, especially its theoretical underpinnings, methods, and major findings. Areas covered include: the relation between sound and meaning in human languages, social variation ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one discussion. Combined with: COGST 1105

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  4385 LING 1101   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  4386 LING 1101   DIS 201

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  4387 LING 1101   DIS 202

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  4388 LING 1101   DIS 203

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  4389 LING 1101   DIS 204

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  4390 LING 1101   DIS 205

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  4391 LING 1101   DIS 206

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  7463 LING 1101   DIS 207

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  7492 LING 1101   DIS 208

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

LING 1109

Where do the words we use come from? This course examines the history and structure of the English vocabulary from its distant Indo-European roots to the latest in technical jargon and slang. Topics include ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one discussion. Combined with: CLASS 1699

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 18048 LING 1109   LEC 001

    • MW Morrill Hall 106
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Nussbaum, A

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 19904 LING 1109   DIS 201

    • F McGraw Hall 215
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Nussbaum, A

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 19905 LING 1109   DIS 202

    • F McGraw Hall 145
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Nussbaum, A

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

LING 2221

We will explore how language and society affect each other. How do class, age, ethnicity, gender, and geography affect the way people speak? Why are some ways of speaking considered prestigious and others ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one discussion.

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 18067 LING 2221   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 19902 LING 2221   DIS 201

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 19903 LING 2221   DIS 202

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

LING 2251

Readings from simple Sanskrit poetry: the Mahabharata and the Ramayana. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: CLASS 2351SANSK 2251

  • 3 Credits GradeNoAud

  •  4897 LING 2251   SEM 101

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    Prerequisite: LING 1132 or equivalent.

LING 3303

This course explores both syntax (how words and phrases are combined into sentences) and semantics (how the meanings of words, phrases, and sentences are interpreted). The course aims to give students ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one discussion.

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  4438 LING 3303   LEC 001

    • TR Morrill Hall 106
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Diesing, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    Prerequisite: LING 1101 or permission of instructor.

  •  4439 LING 3303   DIS 201

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  4440 LING 3303   DIS 202

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

LING 3315

Old Norse is a collective term for the earliest North Germanic literary languages: Old Icelandic, Old Norwegian, Old Danish, and Old Swedish. The richly documented Old Icelandic is the center of attention, ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: MEDVL 3315

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  6524 LING 3315   LEC 001

    • MWF McGraw Hall 145
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Stefansdottir, B

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    This course cannot be counted towards any Linguistics major or minor requirements except the ancillary skills requirement of the major, if taken in sequence with Old Norse II.

LING 3324

An introduction to the language and culture of the Cayuga (Gayogo̱hó꞉nǫʼ) people. Basic language instruction provided in an immersive learning environment, focusing on the relationship of language and ... view course details

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  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: AIIS 3324LING 6324

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  8459 LING 3324   SEM 101

    • F Warren Hall 173
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Jordan, K

      Martin, J

      Whitman, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

LING 3333

In this class we will discuss the properties of truth-conditional semantics, with a focus on those phenomena that have been used to question the adequacy of such systems. The course starts of by discussing ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •  8531 LING 3333   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

LING 3390

Independent study of linguistics topics not covered in regular curriculum for undergrads. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  4443 LING 3390   IND 601

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Abusch, D

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Enrollment limited to: Undergraduates only.

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 18152 LING 3390   IND 602

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Aparicio Terrasa, H

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  7062 LING 3390   IND 603

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Cohn, A

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  6986 LING 3390   IND 604

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Despic, M

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  6703 LING 3390   IND 605

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Diesing, M

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  8286 LING 3390   IND 607

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Nussbaum, A

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 18153 LING 3390   IND 608

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Rooth, M

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  5861 LING 3390   IND 609

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Schertz, B

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  8194 LING 3390   IND 612

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Weiss, M

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  7460 LING 3390   IND 613

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Whitman, J

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 18154 LING 3390   IND 614

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Zec, D

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

LING 4401

Provides an introduction to phonological theory. The empirical basis, theoretical approaches, and relevant literature are explored through extensive data analysis and critical reading. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: LING 6401

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  4444 LING 4401   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    Prerequisite: LING 3302 or equivalent.

LING 4403

An advanced introduction to syntactic theory within the principles and parameters/minimalist frameworks. Topics include phrase structure, argument structure (unaccusative verbs, unergative verbs, double ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: LING 6403

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  4445 LING 4403   LEC 001

    • MW Morrill Hall 107
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Despic, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    Prerequisite: LING 3303 or permission of instructor.

LING 4421

Introduces methods for theorizing about meaning within generative grammar. These techniques allow the creation of grammars that pair syntactic structures with meanings. Students look at several empirical ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: LING 6421PHIL 4730PHIL 6730

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  5858 LING 4421   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    Prerequisite: LING 3303

LING 4423

Addresses the basic issues in the study of words and their structures. Provides an introduction to different types of morphological structures with examples from a wide range of languages. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: LING 6423

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 18132 LING 4423   LEC 001

    • MW McGraw Hall 365
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Despic, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

LING 4474

This course constitutes an introduction to natural language processing (NLP), the goal of which is to enable computers to use human languages as input, output, or both. NLP is at the heart of many of today's ... view course details

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Syllabi:
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: COGST 4740CS 4740CS 5740

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  6707 LING 4474   LEC 001

    • TR Olin Hall 155
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Cardie, C

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

LING 4485

Current topics in computational linguistics. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: LING 6485

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • Topic: Speech Recognition and Finite State Methods

  • 18102 LING 4485   LEC 001

    • TR Uris Hall 498
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Rooth, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    Topic Notes: The principal topic is speech recognition and linguistic modeling using the Kaldi and OpenFST toolkits. Additional topics are finite state methods for generative and OT phonology, finite state approximations to syntax, and finite state intensional semantics. Computational projects in teams.

LING 4491

This course provides structure and guidance to students doing an honors thesis in linguistics. The course consists of biweekly meeting of all honors thesis writers with the course instructor. Students ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit Sat/Unsat

  •  6151 LING 4491   SEM 101

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    Prerequisite: submission of honors thesis application and meet with the Director of Undergraduate Studies.

LING 4493

Directed honors thesis research for students working on an honors thesis, taken with the student's honors thesis chair or other committee member. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  4857 LING 4493   RSC 701

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Abusch, D

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 18189 LING 4493   RSC 702

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Aparicio Terrasa, H

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  7055 LING 4493   RSC 703

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Cohn, A

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  7056 LING 4493   RSC 704

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Despic, M

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  5484 LING 4493   RSC 705

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Diesing, M

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  8287 LING 4493   RSC 707

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Nussbaum, A

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  5859 LING 4493   RSC 708

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Rooth, M

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 20476 LING 4493   RSC 710

    • TBA
    • Tilsen, S

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  6043 LING 4493   RSC 712

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Weiss, M

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  6982 LING 4493   RSC 713

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Whitman, J

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 18190 LING 4493   RSC 714

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Zec, D

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

LING 6324

An introduction to the language and culture of the Cayuga (Gayogo̱hó꞉nǫʼ) people. Basic language instruction provided in an immersive learning environment, focusing on the relationship of language and ... view course details

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Syllabi:
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: AIIS 3324LING 3324

  • 3 Credits Opt NoAud

  • 20509 LING 6324   SEM 101

    • F Warren Hall 173
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Jordan, K

      Martin, J

      Whitman, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

LING 6333

In this class we will discuss the properties of truth-conditional semantics, with a focus on those phenomena that have been used to question the adequacy of such systems. The course starts of by discussing ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •  8534 LING 6333   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

LING 6401

Provides an introduction to phonological theory. The empirical basis, theoretical approaches, and relevant literature are explored through extensive data analysis and critical reading. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: LING 4401

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  6508 LING 6401   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

LING 6403

An advanced introduction to syntactic theory within the principles and parameters/minimalist frameworks. Topics include phrase structure, argument structure (unaccusative verbs, unergative verbs, double ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: LING 4403

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  6507 LING 6403   LEC 001

    • MW Morrill Hall 107
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Despic, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

LING 6421

Introduces methods for theorizing about meaning within generative grammar. These techniques allow the creation of grammars that pair syntactic structures with meanings. Students look at several empirical ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: LING 4421PHIL 4730PHIL 6730

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  6794 LING 6421   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

LING 6423

Addresses the basic issues in the study of words and their structures. Provides an introduction to different types of morphological structures with examples from a wide range of languages. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: LING 4423

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 18133 LING 6423   LEC 001

    • MW McGraw Hall 365
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Despic, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

LING 6485

Current topics in computational linguistics. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: LING 4485

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • Topic: Speech Recognition and Finite State Methods

  • 18103 LING 6485   LEC 001

    • TR Uris Hall 498
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Rooth, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    Topic Notes: The principal topic is speech recognition and linguistic modeling using the Kaldi and OpenFST toolkits. Additional topics are finite state methods for generative and OT phonology, finite state approximations to syntax, and finite state intensional semantics. Computational projects in teams.

LING 6601

Examination of recent developments in the core areas of phonetics and phonology as well as its interfaces with other components of the grammar (e.g., morphosyntax, semantics or pragmatics). Topics covered ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 18070 LING 6601   SEM 101

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

LING 6606

A course on change in language structure, beginning with an overview of widely attested types of syntactic change and proceeding to an introduction of current theoretical treatments. Topics covered include ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 18096 LING 6606   SEM 101

    • M Morrill Hall 110
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Whitman, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

LING 6635

An assortment of subjects intended for students with previous training in Indo-European linguistics: problems in the reconstruction of Proto Indo-European, topics in the historical grammars of the various ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • Topic: Hittite

  • 18071 LING 6635   SEM 101

    • MWF Morrill Hall 102
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Weiss, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

LING 7701

An independent study for graduate students. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-4 Credits Graded

  •  6044 LING 7701   RSC 701

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Abusch, D

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-4 Credits Graded

  •  4819 LING 7701   RSC 703

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Cohn, A

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-4 Credits Graded

  •  6744 LING 7701   RSC 704

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Despic, M

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-4 Credits Graded

  •  7462 LING 7701   RSC 705

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Diesing, M

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-4 Credits Graded

  •  6939 LING 7701   RSC 706

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Zec, D

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-4 Credits Graded

  •  8195 LING 7701   RSC 707

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Murray, S

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-4 Credits Graded

  •  5860 LING 7701   RSC 709

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Rooth, M

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-4 Credits Graded

  •  6745 LING 7701   RSC 710

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Tilsen, S

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-4 Credits Graded

  •  8196 LING 7701   RSC 711

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • van Schijndel, M

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-4 Credits Graded

  •  8197 LING 7701   RSC 712

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Weiss, M

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-4 Credits Graded

  •  8198 LING 7701   RSC 713

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Whitman, J

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

LING 7711

Addresses current theoretical and empirical issues in semantics. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: PHIL 6740

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • Topic: Super-linguistics: empirical and theoretical

  •  6104 LING 7711   SEM 101

    • T Morrill Hall 102
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Abusch, D

      Rooth, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    Topic Notes: Over more than a decade, super-linguistics has established itself as a research program that applies to other empirical materials techniques that were developed for the analysis of spoken and signed languages. The seminar looks at both empirical and theoretical issues in this program. Representative topics include gestures (including pointing and co-speech gestures), cross-frame co-reference in visual narratives, emoji, dance, free perception constructions, speech and thought bubbles, point of view in film and comics, warning and instructional signs, iconic conventions in manga, music semantics, temporal progression in visual narratives. Methodologies include possible worlds semantics, dynamic semantics, artificial intelligence and machine learning, experimental psychology, philosophy of language and mind, film theory, comics studies, art history. Readings are drawn from contemporary literature. Background material is covered as needed.

LING 7725

The class offers an overview of the theoretical pragmatics questions that have been addressed using experimental methods. Special emphasis will be placed on the issue of how to translate theoretical claims ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 4 Credits Opt NoAud

  • 19752 LING 7725   SEM 101

    • MW Sibley Hall B12
    • Aug 26 - Dec 7, 2021
    • Aparicio Terrasa, H

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

LING 7727

Topics in Current Linguistic Theory: topics of current research that cross sub-disciplinary boundaries. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 4 Credits Graded

  •  8209 LING 7727   SEM 101

  • Instruction Mode: In Person