lin1uge a user's guide to english(es)

A USER'S GUIDE TO ENGLISH(ES)

LIN1UGE

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Credit points: 15

Subject outline

What is 'good' English? What makes someone a powerful speaker or writer? This subject is an introduction to English grammar from a linguistic perspective . Students learn about elements of English grammar and their social significance . The subject questions common assumptions about grammar and incorporates discussion of sociolinguistic issues including World Englishes. The subject involves reconceptualising notions of 'good' and 'bad' usage alongside the practical application of analytical skills.

SchoolHumanities and Social Sciences

Credit points15

Subject Co-ordinatorTonya Stebbins

Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes

Subject year levelYear Level 1 - UG

Available as ElectiveNo

Learning ActivitiesN/A

Capstone subjectNo

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Minimum credit point requirementN/A

Assumed knowledgeN/A

Learning resources

Grammarpedia

Resource TypeWeb resource

Resource RequirementPrescribed

AuthorStebbins

Year2008

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Publisher[Online]

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Career Ready

Career-focusedNo

Work-based learningNo

Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A

Entire subject or partial subjectN/A

Total hours/days requiredN/A

Location of WBL activity (region)N/A

WBL addtional requirementsN/A

Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes

Graduate Capabilities

COMMUNICATION - Communicating and Influencing
INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Creativity and Innovation
INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL - Leadership and Teamwork

Intended Learning Outcomes

01. Critically apply knowledge of English grammar and style conventions in writing
02. Critically contrast and compare prescriptive and descriptive approaches to variation in English
03. Demonstrate understanding of metalanguage to discuss English usage

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