LING 80M: Lang&Indig in MesoAm
University of California, Santa Cruz
Explores indigenous experiences in Mesoamerica, focusing on the role of language in the formation of indigenous identities, both historically and in contemporary society. Also considers the linguistic correlates of inequalities experienced by indigenous communities since European contact. Students learn about some of the unique features of Mesoamerican indigenous languages, but no prior experience with linguistics is presumed.
Average GPA: 3.18
Grade distribution records: 316 students across 4 terms.
Grade distribution
| Grade | Students | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | 6 | 1.9% |
| A | 79 | 25.0% |
| A- | 73 | 23.1% |
| B+ | 31 | 9.8% |
| B | 23 | 7.3% |
| B- | 16 | 5.1% |
| C+ | 5 | 1.6% |
| C | 8 | 2.5% |
| C- | 4 | 1.3% |
| D+ | 2 | 0.6% |
| D | 1 | 0.3% |
| D- | 2 | 0.6% |
| F | 22 | 7.0% |
| P | 33 | 10.4% |
| NP | 9 | 2.8% |
| W | 2 | 0.6% |
Based on 316 student grade records across 4 terms and 2 professors.
Instructors
- Maziar Toosarvandani 184 students, Average GPA 3.22
- Ryan Thomas Bennett 132 students, Average GPA 3.11