Generative Phonology 3301-JF260
The course discusses various approaches to standard generative theory. Its program includes the following topics:
1) phonological features (comparison and contrast of the SPE-feature framework and post-SPE developments: binary versus privative/monovalent features, distinctiveness, redundancy, feature bundles versus feature trees),
2) syllable (differences between the SPE [+/-syllabic] feature format versus the post-SPE concept of syllable as a phonological constituent) and constraints on syllabification (Sonority Sequencing Generalization, Jespersen's Constraint, language-specific constraints, for example Obstruent Sequencing Suspension in Polish)
3) classification of rule types (transparent versus opaque rules, disjunctive ordering, conjunctive ordering, rule cyclicity) as well as various conditions on rule application, such as the Alternation Condition, Strict Cyclicity and the Elsewhere Condition.
All the topics listed above are shown in analytical approach using data from various languages.
Type of course
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Learning outcomes
K_W02 The student has an advanced knowledge and understanding of key terminology, well established methods and theories of generative phonology up to early 90’s of the 20th century.
K_W03 The student has an advanced knowledge and understanding of methodology of linguistic research in generative models of the 20th century.
K_W05 The student has an advanced knowledge and understanding of English and Polish phonology, phonetics, and morphology.
K_W07 The student has an advanced knowledge and understanding of the principles of designing linguistic studies, with special focus on selecting appropriate methods and tools in formulating research questions and testing research hypotheses
K_U01 The student can employ the terminology and methodological tools from linguistics.
K_U04 The student can implement knowledge to describe a problem and identify means to solve it, thereby completing a project in phonology.
K_K02 The student is ready to undertake life-long learning and personal development.
K_K03 The student is ready to value responsibility for one’s own work and respect the work of others, adhering to the professional and ethical norms in various projects.
Assessment criteria
- 2 written tests: the midterm (30%) and the final test (40%).
- 2 obligatory phonological projects (30%) and 2 optional projects (10%).
2 absences allowed during the term.
Bibliography
Chomsky, N. & M.Halle, 1968. The Sound Pattern of English. New York: Harper and Row. (selected chapters)
Kenstowicz, M. 1994. Phonology in generative grammar. Cambridge MA & Oxford: Blackwell. (selected chapters).
Rubach J. 1982. Analysis of phonological structures. Warszawa: PWN. (selected chapters).
Rubach J. 1999. 'The Syllable in Phonological Analysis'. Rivista di Linguistica 11: 273-314.
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