Syntax I

Lecture, four hours; discussion, one hour (when scheduled). Enforced requisite: course 20. Course 120A is not requisite to 120B. Descriptive analysis of morphological and syntactic structures in natural languages; emphasis on insight into nature of such structures rather than linguistics formalization. P/NP or letter grading.

Review Summary

Clarity
10.0 / 10
Organization
10.0 / 10
Time
5-10 hrs/week
Overall
10.0 / 10

Reviews

    Quarter Taken: Fall 2019 In-Person
    Grade: A+

    It's true that Ling 120B has a lot of confusing concepts, and not generally considered an easy class. However, Nico's unhurried manner made students more comfortable in asking questions, and her explanations were super clear.

Course

Instructor
Nicoletta Loccioni
Previously taught
23F 22S 22W 21W 19F 18F 18Su 16Su

Grading Information

  • No group projects

  • Attendance not required

  • 1 midterm

  • Finals week final