EN 2005 - History of the English Language

This course examines the external history of the English language - the political, social and technological forces that have shaped it, as well as the internal history - the effects of those forces on the sound system (phonology), structure (syntax) and vocabulary. Chronologically arranged texts from Old English to Present-Day English serve as sample material for the course.

Prerequisite(s): EN 1101 - English I and EN 1201 - English II or EN 1211 - Advanced English II.

3 hours Lecture and Discussion
3 credits