SPN4930 – Language Policies in Europe
Time and Location
M W F Period 3, TUR 2333
Description and Goals
The goal of this course is to examine the linguistic policies behind the national ideologies of multilingualism in Europe. We will cover the official treatment of languages in the EU territory, including the maintenance and visibility of its regional and immigrant minority languages. We will consider as a focal example the case of Spain along with its regional and minority languages, which are co-official in their own territory (i.e. Basque, Valencian/Catalan, and Galician). Drawing upon insights from the European context to examine the rise of bilingualism in the US, this class will contrast the European setting with that of the languages in the United States as a final case study.
When you successfully finish this course, you will:
- Understand how the European Union deals with the recognition of official, regional and immigrant languages in Europe.
- Analyze the main issues in language policy making within the European Union.
- Examine the challenges for the European integration and the implications of multilingualism in the public discourse and education.
- Assess the maintenance and vitality of minority languages in Spain and the US.
- Develop your own project in the field of language policy.
Find the course syllabus here: SPN-EUS_4930 Spring 2019_FRR
SPN3300H – Spanish Grammar and Composition I, Honors Section
Time and Location
M W F Period 5, CBD 0234
Description and Goals
Intensive language course to develop mastery of grammatical principles, increase vocabulary and enhance writing and composition skills.
Find course syllabus here: SPN3300H_Spring2019