Introduction to Dutch linguistics: syntax and contrastive linguistics [ LGERM1533 ]
4.0 crédits ECTS
22.5 h + 5.0 h
1q
Teacher(s)
Degand Elisabeth ;
Language
Dutch
Place of the course
Louvain-la-Neuve
Prerequisites
GERM 1333.
Main themes
1. The course covers two linguistics fields: Dutch syntax and contrastive linguistics Dutch-French.
2. Introduction to the reading (and writing) of scientific articles.
3. Presentation of reference books.
Aims
Provide a foundation course in Dutch syntax and in contrastive linguistics Dutch-French. The students should also be able to analyse reference books with a criticizing mind.
Evaluation methods
Oral exam, students missing more than 30% of the classes will not be allowed to enroll for the exam (cf. flipped classroom format)
Teaching methods
Flipped classroom teaching method
Content
The course is an introduction to Dutch syntax focussing on different aspects of word order. A portfolio of scientific articles will give an overview of word order phenomena in Dutch, including regional and diamnesic variation.
Bibliography
Portfolio of scientific articles available on i-campus