Topics in Linguistics (300-0-21)

Topic

Implicature and Reference

Instructors

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

Meeting Info

Kresge Centennial Hall 2-410: Mon 2:00PM - 4:40PM

Overview of class

Topics in Pragmatics: Implicature and Reference. A seminar on pragmatics, focusing on implicature and reference.

Registration Requirements

Prerequisite: LING 270, LING 370, or permission of instructor.
Attendance at first class mandatory.

Learning Objectives

To develop a deep understanding of current theoretical issues in the study of implicature and reference.

Teaching Method

Lectures and student presentations with discussion.

Evaluation Method

The final grade will be based on 4 reaction papers, a midterm, a final, a class presentation, and class participation.

Class Materials (Required)

• Text: Birner, Betty J. Introduction to Pragmatics. 2012. Wiley Blackwell. ISBN: 978-1-4051-7583-8 (available on Canvas).
• A course reading packet (available on Canvas).

Class Notes

• ATTENDANCE AT FIRST CLASS MANDATORY
• P/N OPTION permitted