A short introduction to the English language
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Discover the role of language in our lives and society with this free course. Explore the history and future of the English language, from the Anglo-Saxons to social media. Gain insights into the challenges and opportunities arising from the technology-language relationship. Start your learning journey today!
This free course, A short introduction to the English language, will look at the role language plays in our lives, with a particular focus on the English language. It will examine the history and the future of the language, from the Anglo-Saxons and Shakespeare to social media communication and stand-up comedy. It aims to give a media-rich introduction to a selection of the key issues which form the basis of the Open University’s undergraduate curriculum in English language studies. Interested in taking your learning further? You might find it helpful to explore the Open University’s English language courses and qualifications.
Course learning outcomes
After studying this course, you should be able to:
Understand the range of roles that language plays in people’s lives and in society
Understand how the English language has developed over the past 1,500 years, and how it has gained the status of a global language
Understand the challenges and opportunities that stem from the relationship between technology and language.
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