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Ling 370:
Fundamentals of Meaning
General Information
Course Description:
This course is an introduction to the basic concepts and methods of
semantics and pragmatics. We will explore different aspects of
meaning (word meaning, sentence meaning, truth conditions, speech
acts) and inference types (entailment, presupposition, implicature),
become familiar with the analytical tools used to investigate these
features, and discuss major theoretical approaches to the study of
linguistic meaning.
This course is a prerequisite for higher-level courses in
semantics and pragmatics, and is highly recommended to students
specializing in other areas of linguistics as a comprehensive overview
of linguistic meaning.
Prerequisites:
Linguistics 270, graduate status, or permission of the instructor.
Teaching method:
Lectures, discussions.
Evaluation:
Weekly homework assignments (20%), two take-home exams (40% each).
Readings: Reading packet, available at CopyCat
(1830 Sherman Ave., Tel. 847-869-0000).
Notice to students with disabilities:
In compliance with Section 504 of the 1973 Rehabilitation Act and the
Americans with Disabilities Act, Northwestern University is committed
to providing equal access to all programming. Students with
disabilities seeking accommodations are encouraged to contact the
office of Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD) at
847-467-5530 or ssd@northwestern.edu. SSD is
located in the basement of Scott Hall. Additionally, I am available
to discuss disability-related needs during office hours or by
appointment.
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