Topics in Phonological Theories (Master S3 Class)

Basic information

• Credits: 3
• Format: 2.5 hours weekly
• 2026-2027 instructors: Ioana Chitoran
• 2026-2027 schedule: Thursdays, 13:30-16:00, room 533
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Description

This course is a graduate seminar which covers specific topics on phonological representations from the point of view of formal theoretical models, and of experimental approaches in laboratory phonology. Whenever possible, some of the course readings will be coordinated with Ling Lunch talks. Students will thus have the opportunity to read papers and attend talks by their authors.

Prerequisites

Phonology classes

Learning outcomes

In this class students will:

• Learn about different theoretical models in phonological theory.
• Improve their knowledge of formal data analysis.
• Improve their understanding of the laboratory phonology approach.
• Learn to determine what types of phonological questions can be addressed through experimentation.