Universität Wien

160185 VO Syntax and Semantics of Binding (2010W)

5.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 16 - Musik-, Sprach- und Vergleichende Literaturwisse

Details

Language: German

Examination dates

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

  • Tuesday 12.10. 11:00 - 12:30 Seminarraum 3 Sensengasse 3a 1.OG
  • Tuesday 19.10. 11:00 - 12:30 Seminarraum 3 Sensengasse 3a 1.OG
  • Tuesday 09.11. 11:00 - 12:30 Seminarraum 3 Sensengasse 3a 1.OG
  • Tuesday 16.11. 11:00 - 12:30 Seminarraum 3 Sensengasse 3a 1.OG
  • Tuesday 23.11. 11:00 - 12:30 Seminarraum 3 Sensengasse 3a 1.OG
  • Tuesday 30.11. 11:00 - 12:30 Seminarraum 3 Sensengasse 3a 1.OG
  • Tuesday 07.12. 11:00 - 12:30 Seminarraum 3 Sensengasse 3a 1.OG
  • Tuesday 14.12. 11:00 - 12:30 Seminarraum 3 Sensengasse 3a 1.OG
  • Tuesday 11.01. 11:00 - 12:30 Seminarraum 3 Sensengasse 3a 1.OG
  • Tuesday 18.01. 11:00 - 12:30 Seminarraum 3 Sensengasse 3a 1.OG
  • Tuesday 25.01. 11:00 - 12:30 Seminarraum 3 Sensengasse 3a 1.OG

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

Syntax and semantics of referring, quantifying and bound expressions (names, noun phrases, pronouns) are discussed in tandem and formalized. Starting with generative binding theory we discuss cross-linguistic data. Various theoretical approaches are presented and compared. Crucially, we will keep in mind that all and any syntactic devices and representations need to lend themselves to a formal semantic interpretation, and show where and how this can be achieved.

Assessment and permitted materials

Written exam at the end of the semester.

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

Language specific as well as cross-linguistic investigation. Comparison of different theoretical approaches to binding theory. Introduction to the semantics of referring and quantificational nominal expressions. Exemplary demonstration of how syntactic and semantic analysis should be developed side by side.

Examination topics

Oral presentation, occasional handouts or presentations by computer.

Reading list

Büring (2005) Binding Theory. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.
Versch. Zeitschriften- und Buchbeiträge.

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