Week 1 Assignment

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Complete the Pre-test before reading the content of Week 1. Review the assignment matrix for this week.

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Aronoff, M. (n.d.).  Language (linguistics)

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In ONE word processed document, respond to the following:

Part A: State five examples of how language is universal. Provide an explanation for each of the five examples.

Part B: Briefly summarize the history of the English language.

Discuss

Tell us a little about yourself. For example you might include:
- where you work/teach
- what subject/grade level, etc.
- where you live/where you're from
- educational related interests
- hobbies
- why you signed up for this online course

Explain your understanding of linguistics. How does this knowledge impact the way you instruct ALL students?

Post a positive, constructive response to at least one of your online colleague's original postings.