Essays and Research Papers on Linguistics

This 5 page paper discusses some of the recent opinion on stuttering in children, and possible treatment of the disorder. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 4 page paper considers the differences between faithful, or literal translation and free translation how they are used and manifest today in the work of translators and if these are still useful definitions. The paper includes consideration of the work of Nida and Newmark. The bibliography cites 4 sources.

A 6 page research paper that addresses three questions pertaining to speech pathology. The writer discusses assessing a 4-year-old who is speech delayed; a senior citizen who exhibits the signs of stroke; and the articulation patterns, particularly vowel patterns, of deaf children who receive cochlear implants. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 5 page paper which takes a recent newspaper article and discusses the history or etymology of some of the words in the article. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 3 page definition of sociolinguistics. The author contends that the simple statement "English is spoken more widely than Chinese in Singapore" is not in itself a sociolinguistic observation. Sociolinguistics is concerned not with which language is spoken but how that language is spoken in context with certain social stimuli. Bibliography lists ...

This 12 page paper provides an overview of the prototype theory as a replacement for classical lexical theory. Prototype Theory is based on the belief that concepts are categorized and that these categories are based on prototypes, on examples of the way in which the concept is demonstrated. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 14 page paper examines the role of globalization in the death of languages. Languages develop and evolve. Part of the evolution of languages is the death, There are many dead languages, some of which we know include Hittite, Sumarian, Cilician, Phrygian, Etruscan, Bithynian and Elamite. This may occur for a number of reasons, but ...

This 4 page paper examines language and how it is used in society. The importance of vocabulary is emphasized. An example of how persuasive speech can be used in modern life is provided. No bibliography.

A 3 page paper which examines hos Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. employed methods of persuasion in his work. The work examined is “Letter From Birmingham Jail” and “I’ve Been to the Mountaintop.” No additional sources cited.

A 3 page review of a study of mother-child interactions among African American families in a large Southern city. There are several critical differences in the ways that mothers of varied cultures interact with their children. The study was small and cannot be generalized to a larger population, but it appears to be ...

An 8 page paper which examines famous stutterers and their methods of success or therapy. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 6 page overview of the techniques used to assess speech in deaf children both with and without cochlear implants. The author contends that speech characteristics of oral deaf children can vary according to a number of factors and suggests the most appropriate way to evaluate those characteristics. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

A 4 page essay that looks at 3 definitions for the word "character," which the writer then argues is who we think we are, who other people think we are, and what we think of other people. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 3 page paper provides information on speechmaking and presentation. How does one give a good presentation? Several skills are examined in addition to the prevalence of the fear of speaking. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 10 page research paper that discussing ESL instruction. The field of “teaching English to speakers of other languages (TESOL)” brings together individuals from diverse backgrounds to exchange knowledge on the topics of “teaching, learning and research” (Kubota and Lin, 2006, p. 171). This is an extremely complex field, and one fascinating aspect of this ...

This 7 page paper examines the ideas of this theorist and its applicability to linguistics. Observations and suggestions are made. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 4 page research paper on listening skills. The writer focuses on listening styles, barriers to listening and strategies to make listening more efficient. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 3 page paper discusses several theories about the way in which people learn new languages. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 3 page reaction paper to “Language and Education,” which appears in Life-Span, Human Development by Carol K. Sigelman and Elizabeth A. Rider. This is a fascinating chapter in that it addresses the development of what is arguably the defining characteristic of what it means to be “human,” which is the ability to use language. ...

This 6 page paper examines criteria for writing successful eulogies and then goes on to analyze various eulogies. Several eulogies to come from Ronald Reagan's service are discussed. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 4 pages research paper that contrasts and compares 2 studies that address the relationship between phonological-speech disorders and reading. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 14 page research paper that examines research that pertains to the acquisition of language and the consequences of deprivation. The writer first of all examines the theories of Lenneberg, concerning a sensitive period in speech acquisition, and Chomsky, concerning innate brain structure, in regards to language acquisition and then applies these to the evidence ...

A 3 page research paper that offers suggestions for creating lessons plan that foster oral language skills among toddlers, preschoolers and kindergarten age children. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 4 page paper which examines the relationship between language and identity. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 3 page paper examines the use of Spanish in America. The concept of cultural diffusion is defined and explored. Bibliography lists 2 sources.