Title: HISTORY OF THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE

PRQ:

This course will trace the historical development of the English language, from its prehistoric roots, through Old and Middle English, and into the modern period.  We will examine phonology, morphology, and syntax, as well as the cultural and historical forces influencing language change.

2 exams (midterm and final), 4 quizzes, numerous workbook assignments

Thomas Pyles and John Algeo, The Origins and Development of the English Language

(buy  a used copy of this book to save money)

John Algeo and Carmen Acevedo Butcher, Problems in the Origins and Development of the

 English Language (buy only a NEW copy of this workbook)