LING 30 - Introduction to the History of the English Language

    Recent Professors
    Richard Abend
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    35 students
    Difficulty
    4.0Lightout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Spring 2027 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 3B · Cal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4A · IGETC Area 3B · CSU GE Area D1 · CSU GE Area C2
    Description
    This course traces the linguistic history of English from its Indo-European roots to its current status as a global language. Students are introduced to the historical events, the peoples and languages, and the structural changes that have shaped English into its present form. Opportunities to examine, compare and contrast historical texts are offered. Portions of instruction may be offered online; may also be offered fully online.