LING 45 - Introduction to Language and Society

    Recent Professors
    Richard Abend
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025
    Class Size
    35 students
    Difficulty
    5.5Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Spring 2027 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4C · IGETC Area 4G · CSU GE Area D3 · CSU GE Area D7
    Description
    This course examines the interaction of language with society and the individual, and how language establishes power, ethnicity, gender, identity and one’s opportunities in life. The role of language in confronting problems in the real world, case studies, research methodology and discussion opportunities are presented. Portions of instruction may be offered online; may also be offered fully online.