Sociolinguistics: Language in Society
Doctoral study of how language varies with region, class, and identity — and how that variation carries power.
Dr. Naledi Mokoena
Sociolinguist
Variation & Dialect
Why no two speakers sound exactly alike.
Language, Power & Identity
How speech signals — and shapes — who we are.
Language Contact & Change
How languages borrow, blend, and are born.
Common questions
Who is "Sociolinguistics: Language in Society" for?
It is written for learners at PhD level (Doctoral), and for anyone older who wants a clear refresher on world languages. Doctoral study of how language varies with region, class, and identity — and how that variation carries power. There is no application or entry test — you can start the first lesson straight away.
How long does the course take?
There are 3 lessons totalling 31 minutes of reading and quizzes, laid out over 2 units. You can move at your own pace — progress is saved as you go.
What do I need to know before starting?
No prior coursework is assumed. The course opens with "Variation & Dialect", covering isoglosses and prestige, so the foundations are built in rather than expected.
Is the course free?
Yes. Every course on Monster Class is completely free, with no credit card, trial period or paywall. Creating a free account simply saves your progress, XP and place on the leaderboard across devices.