Studies in American Culture (310-0-6)

Topic

Language in Asian America

Instructors

Shalini Shankar
847/467-1638
1810 Hinman Ave., Room #212, EV Campus

Meeting Info

Kresge Centennial Hall 2-415: Tues, Thurs 12:30PM - 1:50PM

Overview of class

Language is an integral part of Asian American identities, communities, and racialization. This course explores introductory and intermediate level linguistic anthropology concepts (indexicality, code-switching, intertextuality, affect, register, and others) as they pertain to language in Asian America, including: "Yellow English"; heritage language maintenance and loss; authenticity and representation in media and public culture; and expressive culture and performance. Course materials include readings on Canvas, film, television, and social media; evaluation includes group projects, essays, and class presentations.

Learning Objectives

Critical thinking, conceptual learning, analysis and writing.

Class Materials (Required)

Class Materials (Required)
R.F. Kuang. 2023. Yellow (a novel). NY: William Morrow/Harper Collins. ISBN 978-0-06-325083-3

Class Notes
Most required readings will be uploaded to Canvas.

Class Attributes

Social and Behavioral Science Foundational Discipl
U.S. Perspectives on Power, Justice, and Equity