How language defines the relationship of the individual to society; the role language plays in constituting power, hierarchy, ethnicity, gender, ideology, and other aspects of social identity; how speakers use language to display identity and define social context. Emphasis on sociolinguistic diversity in American society.
5
UnitsOptional
Grading1, 2, 3
PasstimeNone
Level LimitLetters and science
CollegeVery chill and nice guy, and explains concepts well. Class was super easy yet interesting. Exams were fair.
Informational lectures, one of the nicest professors I've had, clear grading requirements. One of the best GEs.
Prof Kennedy is an awesome guy! His lectures are really interesting and he has a great sense of humor. SUPER understanding and really does care about his students. Tests are reasonable if you attend the lectures. Most of the test content comes from lectures. Eli review assignment is easy points if you do all parts. 100% would recommend this class.
Kennedy is very caring about students and passionate about what he's teaching! The class was very easy (albeit a bit boring), slides/skimming the readings are enough for exams. Section attendance is mandatory though IIRC.
Incredible professor, super funny and very passionate. Super interesting lectures and I went to his office hours a bunch to just talk :) Exams were all open note and very easy! 10/10
The lectures get very boring, but the class is easy. It is based on one paper, a midterm, and a final which are both online. Sections for this class are very easy all you have to do is show up so that you can fill out an exit survey. Overall easy GE but boring
Briana Westmacott
3.8