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Seminar in Linguistic Analysis
Syllabus
This course has scheduled meetings on campus.
"Ministry of Justice" in Amharic, one of many Ethiopian languages.
What does social justice mean to you?
What does social justice mean to you?
You are invited to bring your personal experiences to this course.
Together, we will critically evaluate the role of language in conceptualizing and ensuring fairness and opportunity.
We will also explore the importance of language in arenas of human rights, food safety, language access, education, law, politics, immigration, language learning, technology, and more.
Check out this video welcome to ENG492/592!
Check out this video welcome to ENG492/592!
Pro tip: Sign up for an office-hours appointment on our Course Calendar on Canvas!
That way, you and I can meet via Zoom videoconference, audio, or online chat.
We’ll discuss your questions & talk about your goals as a linguist and social justice advocate.
Welcome, Linguists!
Welcome, Linguists!
Greetings From Your Instructor
Greetings From Your Instructor
I'm Dr. Jamie A. Thomas, and I will be your instructor for Language and Social Justice!
I look forward to getting to know you this semester.
In our time together, I pledge to bring you content that challenges your conceptions of:
what social justice is,
how language works,
how linguists can contribute to equity and fairness, and
the many ways we can all use language for good.
Let’s work together on building our strategies for communication and learning!
Sincerely,
Dr. Thomas
(pronouns: she/they)
"Climate Justice Now" in American Sign Language (ASL).
About This Syllabus
About This Syllabus
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Explore the "Schedule of Topics" within this syllabus for previews and links to our course content.
How to Contact Me Directly
How to Contact Me Directly
My Preferred Contact Method is the Canvas Inbox
My Preferred Contact Method is the Canvas Inbox
Alternatively, you may email me.
If you contact me Monday-Friday, please allow 24-48 hours for a response.
The subject line of your message should begin with our Course number: "ENG492" OR "ENG592"
How to Get Answers to General Questions
How to Get Answers to General Questions
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