lin3dan discourse analysis
DISCOURSE ANALYSIS
LIN3DAN
2019
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject focuses on the analysis of language above the level of the sentence, exploring the core concepts and methods of discourse analysis. Using a range of texts and types of talk(e.g. newspaper articles, doctor#patient consultations, narratives and public signage), students will develop skills in a range of approaches. Central themes include recognising and analysing organisation, relationships, identities and power in discourse
SchoolSchool of Humanities & Social Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorJessica Birnie-Smith
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditions Core subject at third-year for linguistics in the Bachelor of Arts
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | The discourse reader | Prescribed | Jaworski, A., & Coupland, N. (Eds.(2014) | London; New York: Routledge. |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Present academic materials to class and lead discussion on related topics. Support the learning of peers with assistance from the subject coordinator.
- Activities:
- Class presentation
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Speaking)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)
02. Develop practical skills in discourse analysis methods evidenced in transcription of own data
- Activities:
- Assignment 2, seminar participation
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)
03. Conduct discourse analysis on a text with reference to its linguistic structures and make the theoretical stance informing the analysis explicit in the discussion
- Activities:
- Assignment 3
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving)
Subject options
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Melbourne, 2019, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJessica Birnie-Smith
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 31 - 43
One 3.0 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class presentation and materials (1200 words or equivalent) | 30 | 01 | |
| Assignment 2 (1200 words or equivalent) | 30 | 02 | |
| Assignment 3 (1600 words or equivalent) | 40 | 03 |