Library Holdings for History of English Language

A More Creative and Interesting Way to Study for Wednesday's Exam

A more creative and interesting way to practice 5.7

She wonders whether Steve should buy that car.

Giraffes run if a lion is hunting.

A zombie loves that people will learn.

Ryan hates that dogs shed.

Playmates think that the car can fly.

Jan wonders if dad’s asleep.

The Kardashians debate whether Kris can tell the truth.

A banana hopes that farmers will harvest the crop.

Obama believes that people can achieve their dreams.

A more creative and interesting way to practice 5.8

The Hiltons can be bitchy.

Cher wishes that Madonna will fall some day.

Kanye typically believes watches in gold are dope.

Slim Shady's "Slut" Project

Here is a link to an article tracing the informal history of the word "slut." 

The "B" Word

The clip from Key and Peele I mentioned in reference to Michael's project. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5LGEiIL1__s

How well do you know the origins of English words?

Take the quiz and find out how well you know the origins of English words!

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Linguistics with Students from the English Language School

When you have completed your first Linguistics Project, begin researching your word. Look up the word in as many dictionaries you can find. Go to the library and check how many different dictionaries we have in our reference section and the general collection. HOWEVER: you must start with the Oxford English Dictionary and Webster’s Third International (W3)--both available online. Read these definitions and understand them. Take notes: trace the historical development(s) of the word. Look at the etymology of the word (look up any abbreviations you don't know). Ask me for help if you need it. Follow up hyperlinks and internal references. Look at the possible spellings of the word— can you account for any changes? What sort of semantic shifts (if any) have occurred? Now take all this information and explain it, in your own words. Perhaps start with the etymology and then explain (not report—know the difference!) the development of the word, paying attention to dates of citations.

Remember that for Friday you should have decided on your project so we can discuss it in class.  You will be writing it out over the weekend and submitting it on Monday for approval. You should start considering how you think your project should be assessed as you plan your project.

So, Michael's idea about translating a pop song into IPA and producing a video to go along with it reminded me of this adorable little project.

Call Me Maybe (in Old English)

And then, I remembered this:

Enjoy the videos! See you Friday!

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Blog Design Instructions

(based on handout by dr. bonnie kyburz)

We will be sharing our experiences in Linguistics with one another through blog writing. Throughout the semester, I will be assigning specific posts to write. But before you start posting, you need to create a blog. Here’s how to get started:

1.     Create a gmail account separate from your Lewis University gmail account. Gmail allows you to create more than one account. Simply go to gmail.com and sign up for a new account. Be sure to write down your new username and password. Also, make sure you select a username that is appropriate for a university course and one that is as close to your actual name as possible.

2.     To create the blog, you may choose from your apps (the icon looks like a small grid @ the upper right of your gmail page. Scroll until you see the icon for “Blogger” and choose it. Or, you may go straight to blogger.com to start.

3.     Choose “Create a blog.”

4.     Follow the tutorial.

5.     You can make all sorts of interesting design choices by selecting “Design” from the upper right of the main blog page. Or, you can begin designing by using the menus you will see at your “My Blogs” page (clicking the Blogger icon will directly take you there).

6.     Choose “Customize” to see all options.

7.     Choose wisely and remember that good design depends upon “readability.” Try to avoid the temptation to overcrowd your blog with images, though do choose one/some that reflects something about who you are. Make sure to include a good amount of “white space” (clear space for legible text). Also, choose fonts and colors carefully and in ways that will help your readers read your posts clearly. And provide captions for your images (creating hyperlink to source pages), or a “Works Cited” at the bottom of your posts.

8.     Finally, send your blog’s URL (web address in the topmost address bar) to waltsda@lewisu.edu. Your blog’s URL is not the same as your Google account’s profile address. Set up your blog, maybe publish a test post, and hit “publish.” Then, copy the web address (URL) and send to me. I will then add you to the blogroll. All done! Ready to start blogging.

How to locate your Blogger Blog’s URL (web address):

1.     Go to your Blogger Blog.

2.     Go to “Dashboard.”

3.     Go to “Settings.”

4.     Go to “Publishing.” There, you should find your blog’s URL. If you have not specified one (if the field says “Blogspot address” is blank), go ahead and give your blog a name. Choose wisely so that you emit a sense of self that seems appropriate for this course blog.

Now that your blog is up and running, here are some blogging moves to make. Post thoughtful entries that reflect upon the work we are doing in class. Such as:

1.     Challenges you’ve encountered (and overcome?) with an assignment.

2.     Questions about course content. Say, a discussion about a text we are exploring that begins by expressing points of interest, challenges to understanding remaining question that class discussions did not address.

3.     Interesting findings from your research and other homework assignments.

4.     Technical questions. Maybe you are facing obstacles regarding design choices for your blog. Perhaps you’d like to ask for feedback on the layout? Colors? Fonts? Check for readability? Maybe your title is questionable—too snarky? Too serious? Get some feedback!

5.     Give feedback. Maybe you could set up a specific group of bloggers to form a supportive feedback circle. Or, you could choose randomly each week—pic a blog and give thoughtful, detailed comments.

6.     Post an image or video that has you curious. Write reflectively about the image/video—what is it that is intriguing? Problematic? Pleasurable? Funny? Odd?

7.     Provide links to the original sources, and use this as practice for MLA formatting—look it up at the Purdue OWL under “References” @ left—and get some practice finding and citing different kinds of sources.

For your first blog post

1.     You need to be sure you have your Blogger Blog set up and your URL sent to me at waltsda@lewisu.edu.

2.     You also need to follow up by checking the Blogroll to see that you are listed. Please give me 24-48 hours after sending your email with the URL to get you posted, but after that time please contact me if you don’t see your name listed.

3.     Choose one of the seven thoughtful, reflective options listed above (challenges, questions, findings, etc.). Happy blogging!

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