Introduction to Dutch linguistics : phonology and morphology [ LGERM1333 ]
4.0 crédits ECTS
22.5 h + 5.0 h
2q
Teacher(s)
Van Goethem Kristel ;
Hiligsmann Philippe ;
Language
Dutch
Place of the course
Louvain-la-Neuve
Prerequisites
GERM 1133
Main themes
1. The course covers two linguistics fields: Dutch phonetics and phonology, and Dutch morphology;
2. Introduction to the reading (and writing) of scientific articles;
3. Presentation of reference books.
Aims
Provide a foundation course in Dutch phonetics, phonology and morphology. The students should also be able to analyse reference books with a criticizing mind.
Evaluation methods
Assessment: written and oral exam (+ essay).
Teaching methods
Teaching materials : 'syllabus' available from the teacher.
Content
The course is an introduction to Dutch phonetics, phonology and morphology.
Phonetics and phonology (vowels, diphthongs, consonants; co-articulation; accentuation and intonation).
Morphology (inflection and derivation).