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LING366 Australia's Indigenous Languages

Updated: 11 January 2008
Credit Points 6
Offering Not offered in 2008
Online level Level D - Comp/internet essential
Intensive School(s) None
Supervised Exam None
Pre-requisites LING 102 or equivalent
Co-requisites None
Restrictions ABLI 202/302; LING 202/302, 466
Notes None
Combined Units LING466 - Australia's Indigenous Languages
Coordinator(s) N/A
Unit Description

This unit looks at the current linguistic and social situation of Aboriginal languages, including not only traditional languages but also Aboriginal English and Kriol. After a brief introduction to the linguistic structure of these languages, this unit focuses on a range of applied topics, including; language maintenance, decline and revival, language use and social practices, and Aboriginal language issues in education and the law. Web access is required.

Prescribed Material
Mandatory
Text information will be published prior to commencement of the teaching period.
Recommended Material
Optional
Text information will be published prior to commencement of the teaching period.
Disclaimer Offer of some subjects is subject to viability. Information in these unit descriptions is subject to change prior to commencement of semester.
   

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