ENGL 394 - Language, Power, and Equity

Credit(s): 3

LANGUAGE, POWER, AND EQUITY
Component: Lecture
Examines how power functions in and through the English language with an emphasis on how language can perpetuate and/or interrupt social inequality. Equips students with practical tools and research methods for analyzing a wide variety of texts, such as in-person conversations, online interactions, speeches, news media, websites, novels, magazines, mission statements, and policies.
Repeatable for Credit: N Allowed Units: 3 Multiple Term Enrollment: N Grading Basis: Student Option

Crosslisted: May be crosslisted with LING 394 , POSC 394 , and SOCI 394 . PREREQ: ENGL 110

University Breadth: Social and Behavioral Sciences College of Arts and Sciences Breadth: GROUP C: A&S Social & Behavioral Sci Course Typically Offered: Fall and Spring

General Education Objectives:
GE1A: Read Critically GE1B: Analyze Arguments and Information GE1C: Engage in Constructive Ideation GE2B: Communicate Orally GE3A: Work Collaboratively Across Cultures GE3B: Work Independently Across Cultures GE4: Critically Evaluate Ethical Implications