Introduction to Language Studies (EL 200) Merged with TE 220

The course is concerned with how the English language works with focus on the sound system, the external structure of words, the grammatical structure of sentences of the English language as well as the formation of meanings and the way these are communicated through words and larger grammatical units. It further explores how these meanings are affected by context of use and context of situation. It also includes the exploration of implications of each of the areas of linguistics to pedagogy and research.