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Calendar Year
Term
Course #
Course Title
2026
W
gs/lal 5120M
Advanced Phonology
Concentrates on recent advances in phonological theory within a generative framework. Specific topics include constraint- vs. rule-based approaches to phonology, segmental representation, markedness, and the relation between phonetics and phonology.
Instructional Format: SEMR
Instructor(s): P. Avery
2026
W
gs/lal 5140M
Advanced Syntax
This course aims at providing students with an in-depth understanding of the interaction between theoretical assumptions, analysis and data in syntax. The course concentrates primarily on Minimalist approaches to raising and control, PRO, Case features, (wh)-operators, and phases. Involves primary literature. Prerequisite: an upper level half-course (3000- or 4000-level) in syntax. Prerequisite: an appropriate upper-year one semester course in syntax. Integrated with the undergraduate course AP/LING 4140 3.00.
Instructional Format: SEMR
Instructor(s): G. Alboiu
2026
W
gs/lal 5230M
Topics in Second Language Acquisition
An examination of the relationship between linguistic theory and second language acquisition including the nature of second language learners' linguistic representations from both linguistic and neurolinguistic perspectives, the role of Universal Grammar, and elicitation and interpretation of second language data. In addition to considering the individual second language learner, the course also examines second language acquisition in a broader sense, including the implications of second language acquisition theory for contact and creole studies. Prerequisite: an appropriate upper-year half course in phonology and an appropriate upper-year one-semester course in syntax, or permission from the instructor. (Students who take this course may not enrol in Linguistics 5670.03: Second Language Instruction) Integrated with the undergraduate course Arts/Linguistics 4240.03.
Instructional Format: SEMR
Instructor(s): L. Smeets
2025
F
gs/lal 5350A
Pidgins and Creoles
Instructional Format: SEMR
Instructor(s): P. Angermeyer
2025
F
gs/lal 5440A
Syntactic Change
Instructional Format: SEMR
Instructor(s): R. King
2025
F
gs/lal 5670A
Second Language Instruction
Instructional Format: BLEN
Instructor(s): G. Lawrence
2025
F
gs/lal 6120A
Phonetic and Phonological Analysis
A graduate-level introduction to the analysis of sound production and sound systems in human language, focusing on core aspects of phonetic and phonological analysis. Prerequisite: An undergraduate introductory course in Linguistics
Instructional Format: SEMR
Instructor(s): C. Narayan
2025
F
gs/lal 6235A
English for Specific Purposes: Theory and Practice
Examines current perspectives in English for Specific Purposes (ESP) with particular emphasis on academic and occupational contexts. Course themes include content-based language instruction, corpus linguistics, genre studies, critical EAP, and intercultural communication as they relate to ESP.
Instructional Format: ONLN
Instructor(s): M. Valencia
2026
W
gs/lal 6275M
Corrective Feedback in Second Language Learning and Teaching
This course critically examines the theoretical underpinnings of corrective feedback and how research has addressed some of the core issues relevant to processes of both learning and teaching. The course addresses corrective feedback in both written and oral production situated in a range of classroom contexts.
Instructional Format: SEMR
Instructor(s): A. Valeo
2025
F
gs/lal 6283A
Urban Education
Instructional Format: SEMR
Instructor(s): J. Mannette
2025
F
gs/lal 6290A
Multilingual Education
Instructional Format: SEMR
2026
W
gs/lal 6300M
Multimodal Literacies
Multimodal literacies examines the changing face of literacy in our networked worlds, exploring contemporary literacy shapes, sites and practices. The course invites diverse theoretical and pedagogical perspectives on multimodal literacies, and contemplates new basics in twenty-first century literacy education.
Instructional Format: BLEN
Instructor(s): K. Thumlert
2026
W
gs/lal 6350M
Technology-Mediated Language Teaching & Learning
Critically examines the potential and limitations of technology-mediated language teaching and learning (TMLL) in varied language learning contexts. Learning theories, the design of learning environments and instructional approaches are reviewed in relation to language teaching methodology, curriculum design and second language acquisition theories. Web-enhanced, blended and distance language learning environments are explored through a blended learning approach.
Instructional Format: BLEN
Instructor(s): G. Lawrence
2026
W
gs/lal 6410M
Language, Culture and Ideology
Instructional Format: SEMR
Instructor(s): P. Angermeyer
2026
W
gs/lal 6460M
Language Policy and Planning
A graduate-level survey of language policy and planning, using a representative range of case studies from around the world, with special emphasis on the Canadian context.
Instructional Format: ONLN
Instructor(s): E. Haque
2025
F
gs/lal 6480A
Language, Gender and Sexuality
This course explores some of the complex ways in which gender, sexuality and language interact, drawing upon a variety of theoretical perspectives, methodologies, and findings from recent research in feminist linguistics. The course traces the major debates in the field of language, gender and sexuality, from earlier perspectives that focused on gender difference to more recent approaches that view gender and sexuality as enacted through language.
Instructional Format: SEMR
Instructor(s): R. King
2025
F
gs/lal 6500A
Research Methods in Applied Linguistics
The objective of this course is to develop students' awareness of the nature of research in general, and of the various approaches to research in applied linguistics in particular. Through readings, discussion, and assignments, students are equipped with the tools necessary to create their own research projects, and the skills to critically evaluate research in the field.
Instructional Format: SEMR
Instructor(s): A. Valeo
2026
W
gs/lal 6600M
Research Seminar in Theoretical Linguistics
Instructional Format: SEMR
Instructor(s): T. Kettig
2025
F
gs/lal 6900A
Independent Study
Instructional Format: ISTY
2026
W
gs/lal 6900M
Independent Study
Instructional Format: ISTY
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