FYS: Technology for Language Revitalization
This course focuses on the role of technology in language revitalization, exploring both its benefits and downsides. We will discuss the importance of linguistic diversity and the socio-political factors that lead to language loss.
We will learn how communities are working to revitalize their languages through a variety of means. We will discuss both the benefits and drawbacks of technological approaches to language revitalization.
Instructor
Carolyn Anderson (she/her)
carolyander@umass.edu
Lecture
Time: Wednesdays, 10:10-11
Location: Library Tower 1667
As part of the first-year seminar, we will learn about resources on campus and practice skills that will help you succeed in your transition to life at UMass.