What This Document Is
This is a comprehensive class outline for ANTH 270/271: Introduction to Linguistic Anthropology at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Spring 2007. It serves as a foundational guide to the course, detailing expectations, assessment criteria, and the overall structure of the semester. It’s designed to provide students with a clear understanding of how the course will operate and what will be required for successful completion.
Why This Document Matters
This outline is essential for any student enrolled in or considering enrolling in this course. It’s particularly useful during the initial stages of the semester to understand the course’s objectives, grading policies, and logistical details. Prospective students can use it to gauge the course’s workload and determine if it aligns with their academic goals. Current students will find it invaluable as a reference throughout the term to stay organized and on track with assignments and deadlines.
Topics Covered
* Course logistics: including instructor contact information, office hours, and teaching assistant details.
* Grading breakdown: outlining the weight of various assignments and assessments.
* Course expectations: detailing requirements for participation and completed work.
* Assessment components: describing the types of evaluations students will encounter.
* Discussion section guidelines: explaining how participation will be evaluated.
* Required materials: listing textbooks and supplemental resources.
* Weekly schedule overview: providing a general timeline of topics to be covered.
What This Document Provides
* A detailed breakdown of the point allocation for different course components.
* Information regarding the grading scale and criteria for letter grades.
* Specifics on discussion section participation expectations and evaluation.
* A list of required texts and helpful online resources.
* An initial overview of the course schedule and planned topics for the first week.
* Contact information for the professor and teaching assistants.