Dutch linguistics: phonetics, phonology, norms and attitudes

lgerm2733  2018-2019  Louvain-la-Neuve

Dutch linguistics: phonetics, phonology, norms and attitudes
5 credits
30.0 h
Q2

  This biannual learning unit is not being organized in 2018-2019 !

Language
Dutch
Prerequisites
Preliminary knowledge of Dutch linguistics and a good proficiency in Dutch (advanced level, B2+ in terms of the Common European framework of reference).
Main themes
This course introduces the student to the phonetic and phonological study of modern Dutch and fosters the reflection on norms and normative attitudes in relation with Dutch pronunciation.
Aims

At the end of this learning unit, the student is able to :

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By the end of the course the student should:
1.be familiar with the phonetic and phonological terminology of Dutch. 2.be able to write Dutch words and sentences in phonetic writing (International Phonetic Alphabet).
3.have developed a critical attitude concerning norms in Dutch pronunciation.
4.have developed a critical insight in the sociolinguistic varieties of modern spoken Dutch.

 

The contribution of this Teaching Unit to the development and command of the skills and learning outcomes of the programme(s) can be accessed at the end of this sheet, in the section entitled “Programmes/courses offering this Teaching Unit”.
Content
In the first part of the course a survey will be presented of the specific terminology of Dutch phonetics and phonology.
In the second part the students must prepare a presentation on an aspect of Dutch pronunciation: norms, attitudes, pronouncing dictionaries, sociolinguistic varieties'
Teaching methods
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Evaluation methods
Presentation of an aspect of Dutch phonics/ pronunciation and practice in Dutch pronunciation and phonetic writing.
Other information
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Bibliography
L. Beheydt, e.a. (1999) Uitspraak Nederlands. Acco: Leuven et autres articles scientifiques traitant de prononciation néerlandaise.
Faculty or entity
LMOD


Programmes / formations proposant cette unité d'enseignement (UE)

Title of the programme
Sigle
Credits
Prerequisites
Aims
Master [120] in Linguistics

Master [120] in Modern Languages and Literatures : German

Master [120] in Modern Languages and Literatures : General