Introduction to Optimality Theory 3301-JF2704
This course reviews selected issues in Optimality Theory with a focus on segmental processes. The goal is to teach the students how to use the tools of Optimality Theory in phonological analysis. There is no formal prerequisite other than the knowledge of basic phonological concepts covered in the Phonetics and Phonology course that students take in their first year of studies. The course will discuss the syllable theory viewed from the perspective of Optimality Theory. It will also look at assimilation processes, such as voice assimilation and nasal assimilation, in order to explain the concept of evaluation that replaces the concept of derivation in earlier generative theories
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Learning outcomes
Acquiring knowledge
1. The student learns linguistic terminology as well as basic concepts and principles of linguistics.
2. The student learns linguistic methodology practiced in the U.S. and the U.K. and acquires the knowledge of theory construction.
3. The student expands his/her knowledge of English phonetic and phonology.
4. The student learns how to use research tools and research techniques of phonology.
Acquiring expertise
1. The student acquires the expertise of how to use linguistic methodology in research projects.
2. The student acquires the expertise of how to construct his/her own research projects with regard to the goals, scope and methods.
Acquiring social skills
1. The student acquires the understanding of professional standards, especially the understanding of the ever changing environment in research and as well as the understanding of the importance of continuous education.
2. The student acquires social skills and understands the need to build social ties and engage in cooperation in the effort of making the world a better place.
Assessment criteria
final examination
Bibliography
Materiały przygotowane przez prowadzącego (handouts) oraz w ramach uzupełnienia natsępująca nieobowiązkowa literatura:Kager, René. 1999. Optimality Theory. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.Prince, Alan, Smolensky, Paul. 2004. Optimality Theory: Constraint Interaction in Generative Grammar. Oxford: Blackwell.Rubach, Jerzy. 2000. “Syllabic Consonants in English” Anglica 9 (2000), 157-170.Rubach, Jerzy. 2000. “Backness Switch in Russian”, Phonology 17. 39-64.Rubach, Jerzy. 2008. “Prevocalic Faithfulness”, Phonology 25. 1-36.
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