Dr. Aida Talić

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Aida Talić is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Linguistics at Illinois University. She completed her PhD at the University of Connecticut in 2017. Her research interests encompass various areas of linguistics including Syntax, Comparative Syntax, Phonology, and the Syntax-Prosody Interface. In addition, she delves into Morphology which further enhances her pedagogical strategies and research methods. Throughout her time in academia, Dr. Talić has received recognition for her teaching efficacy, notably receiving the Outstanding Graduate Teaching Award from the University of Connecticut in 2016. She routinely teaches a range of courses such as Introduction to Linguistic Structure, Syntax, and English Grammar for ESL Teachers, ensuring that her students receive a comprehensive understanding of linguistic principles. Aida is also associated with Slavic Languages and Literatures, reflecting her diverse academic interests and contributions to various linguistic studies.

Research Interests

Awards

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Outstanding Graduate Teaching Award

Courses

LING 301 Elements of Syntax LING 307 Elements of Semantics and Pragmatics EIL 422 English Grammar for ESL Teachers LING 400 Introduction to Linguistic Structure LING 403 Introduction to Field Methods in Linguistics LING 501 Syntax LING 541 Syntax II LING 591 Seminar Topics in Morphosyntax

Requirements for University of Illinois

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:103
GRE General
Prerequisites
Mathematical background Linear Algebra Calculus
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Specialization Notes

GRE is optional for admission to all graduate programs in Statistics. Full status admission requires higher language scores than limited status.