Intro. to Linguistics (9th-12th Grades)
Live Online - Wednesdays 2:00 p.m. - 2:45 pm EST
Date: Aug. 26, 2026 - May 5, 2027
Instructor: Renee Metcalf
Course Description
Explore the fascinating world of language! We'll investigate the structure, development, and social aspects of various languages, uncovering the rules of communication. Through discussions, projects, and hands-on activities, students will analyze phonetics, syntax, semantics, and language development.
We'll also explore the relationship between language and culture, examining how it shapes identity and influences societal norms. By the end, students will gain a deeper understanding of linguistic concepts and sharpen their critical thinking and analytical skills. This class is ideal for those curious about language and would like a unique English credit and a linguistic adventure!
Tuition
Texts:
In addition to materials provided by the instructor, you will need a copy of the book:
Linguistics for Everyone by Kristin Denham and Anne Lobeck (2nd edition - available for free online)
The Story of English: How the English Language Conquered the World by Philip Gooden
Goals and Objectives:
Below is just a sample of the topics students will learn in this intriguing class:
Live Online - Wednesdays 2:00 p.m. - 2:45 pm EST
Date: Aug. 26, 2026 - May 5, 2027
Instructor: Renee Metcalf
Course Description
Explore the fascinating world of language! We'll investigate the structure, development, and social aspects of various languages, uncovering the rules of communication. Through discussions, projects, and hands-on activities, students will analyze phonetics, syntax, semantics, and language development.
We'll also explore the relationship between language and culture, examining how it shapes identity and influences societal norms. By the end, students will gain a deeper understanding of linguistic concepts and sharpen their critical thinking and analytical skills. This class is ideal for those curious about language and would like a unique English credit and a linguistic adventure!
Tuition
Texts:
In addition to materials provided by the instructor, you will need a copy of the book:
Linguistics for Everyone by Kristin Denham and Anne Lobeck (2nd edition - available for free online)
The Story of English: How the English Language Conquered the World by Philip Gooden
Goals and Objectives:
Below is just a sample of the topics students will learn in this intriguing class:
- What is linguistics?
- Where do languages come from and how many exist today?
- Endangered languages and why they matter
- How are sounds produced?
- Why linguists use the IPA
- Accents and pronunciation differences
- What is a word: morphemes - roots, prefixes, suffixes
- How English creates new words
- Word order across languages
- How structure affects interpretation
