SPAN 53.01 Introduction to the History of the Spanish Language

The objective of this course is to understand the origins of different linguistic phenomena and the variations of Spanish by exploring its history and geography. We will trace how Spanish derived from Latin, with particular regard for phonological and morpho-syntax development, and we will analyze the differences between Spanish as it is currently spoken in Spain and across Latin America.

Degree Requirement Attributes

Dist:INT or LIT; WCult:W; Lang:LRP

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