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Exploring the English language

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How has the English language changed over the course of the last 500 years? What are the social and political contexts that have affected how these changes have come about? This free course, Exploring the English language, will consider the development of the English language from the 15th to the 19th century.

Syllabus

  • Introduction
  • Learning outcomes
  • 1 Word classes
  • 1 Word classes
  • 2 Standardisation
  • 2 Standardisation
  • 3 Lexicography and etymology
  • 3 Lexicography and etymology
  • Conclusion
  • Acknowledgements

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