This course is an introduction to the languages of Asia and the Pacific that explores the diversity, complexity and vitality of languages of the regions to our north and east. The course uses case studies from a number of countries and societies to cover topics such as: the history and power of spoken and written forms of language (eg. in China, Japan, India, Papua New Guinea); language choice and language politics in multilingual societies (eg. India, Indonesia, East Timor); the influence of thought and culture on language use (eg. politeness in Korean and Indonesian); and the impact of language contact in multilingual societies, including English in Asia and the Pacific, and Asian and Pacific languages in the world. The course introduces concepts, theories and models from linguistics that allow us to develop a nuanced view of the region through the lens of language.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
On successful completion of this course students will have the skills and knowledge to:1. understand basic linguistic concepts and models and how they are applicable to languages in Asia and the Pacific
2. reflect on and articulate challenges and successes in their own language learning process
3. critically assess and evaluate research on language in Asia and the Pacific
4. interpret and evaluate research on the complexity of factors that influence attitudes to language and patterns of multilingualism
5. research issues of linguistic interest in the region and present arguments and conclusions coherently, persuasively, and meaningfully.
Indicative Assessment
1. Tutorial assignment20% of course mark; addresses all five learning outcomes
2. Oral Presentation
20% of course mark; addresses learning outcomes 1, 2, 3 and 4
3. Essay
30% of course mark; addresses all five learning outcomes
4. Exam
30% of course mark; addresses all five learning outcomes
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Workload
Contact hours for this course are two one-hour lectures and one one-hour tutorial per week. Students are expected to spend an additional five hours of independent study on prescribed class readings, tutorial preparation, oral presentation, and assessment preparation.Requisite and Incompatibility
Fees
Tuition fees are for the academic year indicated at the top of the page.
If you are a domestic graduate coursework or international student you will be required to pay tuition fees. Tuition fees are indexed annually. Further information for domestic and international students about tuition and other fees can be found at Fees.
- Student Contribution Band:
- 1
- Unit value:
- 6 units
If you are an undergraduate student and have been offered a Commonwealth supported place, your fees are set by the Australian Government for each course. At ANU 1 EFTSL is 48 units (normally 8 x 6-unit courses). You can find your student contribution amount for each course at Fees. Where there is a unit range displayed for this course, not all unit options below may be available.
| Units | EFTSL |
|---|---|
| 6.00 | 0.12500 |
Course fees
- Domestic fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2018 | $3180 |
- International fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2018 | $4860 |
Offerings, Dates and Class Summary Links
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Class summaries, if available, can be accessed by clicking on the View link for the relevant class number.
First Semester
| Class number | Class start date | Last day to enrol | Census date | Class end date | Mode Of Delivery | Class Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4046 | 19 Feb 2018 | 27 Feb 2018 | 31 Mar 2018 | 25 May 2018 | In Person | N/A |
