Module LING3231: L2 PHONOLOGY

Department: LINGUISTICS AND ENGLISH LANGUAGE

LING3231: L2 PHONOLOGY

Prerequisites

• Syntax 2 (LING2161), AND Phonology 2 (LING2171).

Corequisites

• None.

Excluded Combination of Modules

• None.

Aims

• In this module we consider the linguistic factors involved in the acquisition of a second phonology by post-puberty learners.

Content

• We begin by weighing the success of the Contrastive Analysis Hypothesis and subsequent elaborations of the hypothesis in terms of their phonological predictions, particularly with respect to current theories of phonology.
• We then examine the role of universal principles and developmental processes.
• This puts us in a position to explain interlanguage phonology and to address the issue of why adult second language learners seldom attain native-like competence in phonology.
• Class discussions will be based on readings, generally from journal articles, and on data collected by module participants.
• Readings: Ioup, G and S Weinberger (1987), 'Interlanguage Phonology'.
• Reading packet.

Learning Outcomes

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Modes of Teaching, Learning and Assessment and how these contribute to the learning outcomes of the module

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Teaching Methods and Learning Hours

Summative Assessment

Formative Assessment:

In-class presentations

■ Attendance at all activities marked with this symbol will be monitored. Students who fail to attend these activities, or to complete the summative or formative assessment specified above, will be subject to the procedures defined in the University's General Regulation V, and may be required to leave the University