LGCS 166 PZ -Topics in Sociolinguistics

Institution: Pitzer

Description: Topics in Sociolinguistics: Language, Gender, and Ethnicity in Disney This course will explore how social identities are represented through language variation in the Disney and Pixar films. We will look at the type of language that is associated with masculinity or femininity in these films, as well as how queerness is represented. Also, we will explore representations of different ethnic groups across Disney films and other media. How is language used to present (often harmful) ideas about different ethnic groups? Has any progress been made in these representations over time? Students will conduct a sociolinguistic research project on language and ideologies about gender and/or ethnicity in childrenâ€™s media.

Prerequisite(s): LGCS 010 PZ and a sociolinguistics class such as 112 or 116. Please also check the current course schedule for requirements.

For up-to-date information on current course offerings and details, please refer to the Pitzer class schedule on MyCampus2 Portal.