2.3 Using grammatical description in context Malinowski's anthropological work illustrates a more dynamic approach to the study of language which is still influential today, particularly in functional approaches to grammar. Many linguists are exploring ways of grounding their description of language in the cultural, geographical, social and economic conditions stressed by Malinowski. These factors are seen as influencing how language is used in context; that is, how variations in what we are doing, who we are communicating with,
Learning outcomes After studying this course, you should be able to: Understand the differences between spoken and written English Understand the factors that influence use of grammar and vocabulary in speech and writing Understand the different ways in which grammar has been described.
Acknowledgements This course was written by Raquel Mardomingo. This free course is adapted from a former Open University course Vieto en popa: upper intermediate Spanish (L204). Except for third party materials and otherwise stated (see terms and conditions ), this content is made available under a Author(s):
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