Drawing on material from two out of the three strands of DD102 study materials, discuss some of the ways in which differences and inequalities can both change and persist over time. The two topics I have chosen from two strands are City Road, Cardiff from the introductory strand, which looks…
Regular Expressions are shortcode langauge settings for computer programming used in cybersecurity. This was a LinkedIn Course that I did as part of my Masterschool studies According to Grok: Regular expressions (often abbreviated as regex or regexp) are a powerful, concise way to describe and match patterns in text. They…
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This was part of the Masterschool #cybersecurity course Im doing – We studeied here with Datacamp and it was building on the knowledge already gained on the Python programming language. The course got more interesting and I’m now feeling more confident in this essential language and tool of cybersecurity for…
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On Amazon Prime Great Courses Signature Collection I watched author John McWhorter present a course on World Language Families and this drew my attention to this literary work. McWhorter is a very intelligent polyglot and makes the study of global languages an interesting and fun-filled adventure. In this book we…
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Through the Language Glass by Guy DeutscherMy rating: 5 of 5 stars This book was a fantastic read. It was quite different to how I initially imagined it to be. As you follow the story is constructively builds a cohesive, rational scientific argument as to exactly how and why different…
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“Babel No More: The Search for the World’s Most Extraordinary Language Learners” by Michael Erard explores the world of exceptional language learners, epitomized by Giuseppe Mezzofanti, who mastered 63 languages. Erard seeks to understand what it takes to become a multipolyglot, offering valuable insights and inspiration for aspiring linguists despite some tedious moments.
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“The Language Wars: A History of Proper English” by Henry Hitchings delves into the evolution of the English language, highlighting influential writers and the contrast between UK and international English. The book explores how future English will be shaped not by native speakers but by non-native users, offering a challenging and enlightening read.
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K. David Harrison’s “The Last Speakers” explores the urgent issue of endangered languages and their significance in preserving unique cultural knowledge. The book highlights the risks posed by language extinction, particularly in marginalized communities, and advocates for revitalization efforts. With a focus on examples from Wales and New Zealand, it underscores the value of linguistic diversity in confronting global challenges like climate change.
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David Bellos’ “Is That a Fish in Your Ear?” offers an engaging exploration of translation, blending insights from its history, machine translation, and the evolving roles of translators. With humorous anecdotes and clear organization, it inspires new students, like the reviewer, to delve into Translation Studies, highlighting the global significance of language.
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