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Series
Great Courses volume 24
Language
English
Description
Examine some new grammatical expressions that are on the rise, and explore the controversy they ignite within the linguistic community. Remember that English usage is a living process, and language must respond to its audience and context, adapting as necessary to fit new conditions. Conclude by considering changes to watch for in our language.
Publisher
Wonderscape Entertainment, LLC
Pub. Date
©2021.
Language
English
Description
In this program, first graders are introduced to adjectives. Adjective order, the punctuation of adjectives, sentence structure with adjectives, using adjectives after a verb, and how to tell a story with adjectives are all explored in detail with exciting graphics and video.
Publisher
The Great Courses
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
English Grammar Boot Camp takes you on an enjoyable exploration of the essential aspects of English grammar. These spirited and accessible lectures offer a comprehensive core training in all of the key elements of grammar and usage, in their most immediate, practical application. Discover a breadth of perspective and context you won’t find elsewhere, improving your grammar competence and confidence in all contexts.
Publisher
The Great Courses
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
First, examine how we judge what is acceptable or unacceptable in English, and how we distinguish acceptable" from "stylistically preferable." Consider how grammar often takes on larger meanings related to education and culture. Grasp how understanding the differences and diversity within our language allows us to become more nuanced speakers and writers."
Publisher
Green Planet Films
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
Daniel Everett is an American linguist and author best known for his study of the Amazon Basin’s Pirahã people and their language. THE GRAMMAR OF HAPPINESS is a documentary that explores whether Daniel's journey into the heart of the Amazon can redefine our understanding of human language.
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