Ling 582 Pidgins and Creoles
Introduces students to the language varieties arising in contact situations. Concentration on African and New World creoles (and African American Vernacular English). Considers the formation of pidgins and creoles in terms of both first and second language acquisition. Looks at the social factors involved in their creation.
Slash Listed Courses
Also offered for undergraduate-level credit as
Ling 482 and may be taken only once for credit.