ANTHRO M255

Native American Languages and Discourses of Indigeneity

Description: (Same as American Indian Studies M208.) Seminar, three hours. Preparation: prior coursework in anthropology, linguistics, or American Indian studies. Close reading and discussion of books and articles on topics relating to Native American languages and discourse of indigenous communities. Topics include critical language documentation, multilingualism, indigenous language practices, language ideologies, policies and practices of publication and concealment, language revitalization, language and identity, language and construction of place, storytelling and performance, community/academic collaboration, language as intellectual property, linguistic expressions of indigeneity, and cultural sovereignty. Offers resources to understand situation of indigenous languages in wide range of Native American communities. Students perform variety of roles in discussions, an develop book reviews, grant proposals, critical essays, and--where appropriate--sections of their theses and dissertations. S/U or letter grading.

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