Studies In Language
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On The Origin Of Languages
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Author : Merritt Ruhlen
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2022
On The Origin Of Languages written by Merritt Ruhlen and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022 with LANGUAGE ARTS & DISCIPLINES categories.
This book presents a series of illuminating studies which conclusively demonstrates that the prevailing conception of historical linguistics is deeply flawed. Most linguists today believe that there is no good evidence that the Indo-European family of languages is related to any other language family, or even any other language. In like manner, the New World is deemed to contain hundreds of language families, among which there are no apparent links. Furthermore, it is claimed, there are no known connections between the languages of the Old World and those of the Americas. And finally, the strongest belief of all is that there is no trace of genetic affinity--nor could there be--among the world's language families. The author argues that all of these firmly entrenched--and vigorously defended--beliefs are false, that they are myths propagated by a small group of scholars who have failed to understand the true basis of genetic affinity. Twentieth-century Indo-Europeanists (though not their nineteenth-century forebears) have confused the issue of genetic affinity, which derives from classification, with such traditional concerns of historical linguistics as reconstruction and sound correspondences. Once it is recognized that taxonomy, or classification, must precede these traditional concerns, the apparent conflict between the traditional view and that of Joseph Greenberg and his followers is seen to be illusory. And finally, a comparison of all the world's languages in this new perspective leaves little doubt that all extant human languages share a common origin.
An Introduction To Linguistics And Language Studies
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Author : Anne McCabe
language : en
Publisher: Equinox Publishing (UK)
Release Date : 2017
An Introduction To Linguistics And Language Studies written by Anne McCabe and has been published by Equinox Publishing (UK) this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
This introductory textbook provides readers with a foundation in methods for analysing and understanding language from various theoretical perspectives within linguistics and language studies. Its novel approach introduces systemic functional linguistics, text and discourse analysis, and formal approaches to linguistics. It demonstrates applications of these approaches to reveal how we use language in society, how our brains process language, and how we learn language. Topics include phonetics, phonology, conversation analysis, morphology, semantics, functional and formal syntax, text linguistics, genre analysis, evaluative lexis in text, multimodal representations of meaning, language change and variation, animals and language, the brain and language, and first and second language development/acquisition. The main language focused on is English, while other languages are also drawn on to illustrate the principles, models and theories. Learning outcomes, exercises (with answer key), ideas for project work, and questions for reflection are provided throughout. A final chapter gathers explanations of various fields of practice within linguistics, written by linguists from around the world, including David Crystal (Clinical Linguistics), Frances Christie (Educational Linguistics), and Malcolm Coulthard (Forensic Linguistics). An Introduction to Linguistics and Language Studies offers an array of analytical tools for undergraduate students of language, communication, and education, and provides an overview of the field for those interested in further study in linguistics and applied language studies. Readers will come away with a heightened sensitivity to and appreciation of their own and other's use of language for creating meaning and for interaction.
Studies In Language Variation
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Author : Ralph W. Fasold
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1977
Studies In Language Variation written by Ralph W. Fasold and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1977 with categories.
Studies In Language Origins
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Author : Eric de Grolier
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1989
Studies In Language Origins written by Eric de Grolier and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1989 with Language and languages categories.
The question of language origin has fascinated people for years. Traditionally, humanists like linguists and philosophers attempted to solve it with limited success. In the last decades, however, the sciences have begun to study the same question seemingly with more success. This book is the result of the activities of a group of scholars, members of the Language Origins Society, who approach the problem not only from the viewpoint of linguistics, but also from that of anatomy, physiology, social sciences, physical anthropology, paleoanthropology, paleontology, comparative zoology, general biology, ethology, evolutionary biology and psychology. The volume thus clearly reflects the interdisciplinary approach the Language Origins Society is advocating. Since this book is the first of a series meant for the general scholar, it attempts to avoid specialist jargon. Hence it is equally useful for student courses in linguistics, social sciences, communication science, ethology, evolutionary biology and speech therapy.
What Is Critical In Language Studies
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Author : Solange Maria de Barros
language : en
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Release Date : 2020-09-23
What Is Critical In Language Studies written by Solange Maria de Barros and has been published by Taylor & Francis this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-09-23 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
This volume examines the notion of criticality in language studies. Drawing on the work of the Frankfurt School – Adorno, Habermas, Horkheimer, and Marcuse, among others – the chapters in the volume examine a variety of linguistic contexts: from gender activism to web journalism, from the classroom to the open streets. It also presents theoretical and methodological guidelines to researchers interested in • Expanding their critical outlook for meaning brought on by the notion of criticality in contemporary language studies. • Understanding criticality in languages through historical, political, and social perspectives. • Using linguistics and language studies as tools to dissect and disclose social injustices. This book will be of great interest to scholars and researchers of language studies and linguistics, philosophy, politics, and sociology and social policy.
Language Spread
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Author : Robert Leon Cooper
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1982
Language Spread written by Robert Leon Cooper and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1982 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
Sublanguage
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Author : Richard Kittredge
language : en
Publisher: Walter de Gruyter
Release Date : 1982
Sublanguage written by Richard Kittredge and has been published by Walter de Gruyter this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1982 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
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The Dance Of Language
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Author : Paul Black
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1995
The Dance Of Language written by Paul Black and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1995 with Language and languages categories.
English As A Scientific And Research Language
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Author : Ramón Plo Alastrué
language : en
Publisher: Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG
Release Date : 2015-07-31
English As A Scientific And Research Language written by Ramón Plo Alastrué and has been published by Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-07-31 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
This volume examines the role of English in academic and research settings in Europe and provides recommendations on the challenges posed by the dominance of English over national languages as languages of science and research dissemination; the need for language support for academics that need to disseminate their research in English; and the effect of past and present language policies.
Referring In A Second Language
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Author : Jonathon Ryan
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2020-03-19
Referring In A Second Language written by Jonathon Ryan and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-03-19 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
The introduction and tracking of reference to people or individuals, known as referential movement, is a central feature of coherence, and accounts for “about every third word of discourse”. Located at the intersection of pragmatics and grammar, reference is now proving a rich and enduring source of insight into second language development. The challenge for second language (L2) learners involves navigating the selection and positioning of reference in the target language, continually shifting and balancing the referential means used to maintain coherence, while remaining acutely sensitive to the discourse and social context. The present volume focuses on how L2 learners meet that challenge, bringing together both eminent and up-and-coming researchers in the field of L2 acquisition. The chapters address a range of problems in second language acquisition (SLA) (e.g., form-function mapping, first language [L1] influence, developmental trajectories), and do so in relation to various theoretical approaches to reference (e.g., Accessibility Theory, Givenness Hierarchy). The global outlook of these studies relates to the L2 acquisition of English, French, Japanese, Korean, and Spanish and covers a diverse range of situational contexts including heritage language learning, English as a medium of instruction, and the development of sociolinguistic competence.