The course is a study of the causes, mechanisms and consequences of language variation over time, with prominent examples taken from the history of English and its parent languages. All major areas of linguistic theory are considered: phonology, lexis, morphology, syntax, and semantics.
ENGL 406 - 001
History of the English Language
Session
Regular Academic Session
Class Number
5650
Career
Graduate
Units
3 units
Grading
Graded
Description
The course is a study of the causes, mechanisms and consequences of language variation over time, with prominent examples taken from the history of English and its parent languages. All major areas of linguistic theory are considered: phonology, lexis, morphology, syntax, and semantics.
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Class Notes
This class requires department consent. Please contact Dr. Cornelius at icornelius@luc.edu or (773) 508-2332 for permission.
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Class Details
Instructor(s)
Ian Cornelius
Meets
Th 7:00PM - 9:30PM
Dates
08/24/2026 - 12/12/2026
Room
Cuneo Hall - Room 318
Instruction Mode
In person
Campus
Lake Shore Campus
Location
Lake Shore Campus
Components
| Seminar Required |
Class Availability
Status
Open
Seats Taken
0
Seats Open
12
Class Capacity
12
Wait List Total
0
Wait List Capacity
0