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21F.024J: The Linguistic Study of Bilingualism

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Development of bilingualism in human history (from Australopithecus to present day). Focuses on linguistic aspects of bilingualism; models of bilingualism and language acquisition; competence versus performance; effects of bilingualism on other domains of human cognition; brain imaging studies; early versus late bilingualism; opportunities to observe and conduct original research; and implications for educational policies among others. Taught in English. Enrollment limited.

Prereqs:  Prereq: 24.900

Units: 3-0-9(U)

CI-H

Same As  24.906J

 

Fall 2009

Section No. Instructor Days Time Room
1 S. Flynn T 9:30-12:30 24-110

 

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