Pragmatics (372-0-20)

Instructors

Gregory L Ward
847/491-8055
2016 Sheridan Rd., Room 203
Office Hours: after class and by appt

Meeting Info

Cresap Laboratory 101: Tues, Thurs 2:00PM - 3:20PM

Overview of class

Introduction to extra-semantic meaning, focusing on the role of context in utterance production and interpretation. Topics include the semantics-pragmatics boundary, implicature, reference, presupposition, speech acts, and information structure.

Registration Requirements

(A) undergrads with successful completion of LING 270 or LING 370;
(B) graduate standing; or
(C) permission of instructor.

ATTENDANCE AT FIRST CLASS MANDATORY

Learning Objectives

To develop a deep understanding of current theoretical issues in pragmatics from a linguistic and philosophical perspective.

Teaching Method

Lecture with discussion.

Evaluation Method

The final grade will be based on class participation, a midterm, and either a final exam or a research paper.

Class Materials (Required)

1) Birner, Betty J. Introduction to Pragmatics. 2012. Wiley Blackwell. ISBN: 978-1-4051-7583-8 (Paperback)
2) An on-line course pack

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: Registration reserved for undergraduates who have taken and passed LING270 or LING370, graduate students, or permission of instructor.
Add Consent: Instructor Consent Required