Topics in Prosody (Master S3 Class)

Basic information

• Credits: 3
• Format: 2.5 hours weekly
• Current instructors: Hiyon Joo
• Current schedule: Tuesdays, 08:30-11:00, room 147
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Description

In this course, we will discuss main topics of prosody across languages. We will work on identifying and analyzing prosodic patterns and their functions in interaction with syntax, discourse, emotions, and attitudes using a mix of quantitative and qualitative methods and taking account of different theoretical approaches to the subject.

Prerequisites

The course on prosodic analysis (S2) is a prerequisite to this course

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this course, students should be able to:

• Analyze prosodic (typological) description of a language.
• Conduct an acoustic analysis of prosodic phenomena and solve tasks related to actual issues on prosodic phonology.
• Read experimental articles related to prosody and be able to analyze them.