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Langtchg 763 : Discourse Analysis

SEMESTER TWO, 2020

15 points

 

Teacher:  Helen Basturkmen

Course delivery format:

2-hour lecture

(Timetable and room details can be viewed on Student Services Online)

Summary of Course Description:   

Examines major theoretical approaches to the analysis of discourse and implications for pedagogy. Students acquire specialized knowledge of approaches to analysis and frameworks that underpin research, and develop advanced skills in written and spoken text analysis and critical awareness of issues and debates in the field.

Assignments involve substantial independent research that includes analysis and interpretation of data.

    

 Course outcomes:

A student who successfully completes this course will have the opportunity to:

  • acquire knowledge of approaches to discourse analysis and understanding of teaching applications 
  • understand and carry out analyses of written and spoken texts 
  • acquire skills in report writing, critical thinking, academic literacy

Coursework Assessment and Exam Details: May be subject to change prior to the beginning of Semester.

Coursework : 100%

Weekly Topics:

763 course outline.docx

Prescribed Texts:

Paltridge, B. (2012). Discourse Analysis: An Introduction, 2nd edition. London: Bloomsbury.  

 Recommended Texts:

Weekly set readings including chapters and articles - see CANVAS Reading List 

 Workload and deadlines for submission of coursework:           

The University of Auckland's expectation is that students spend 10 hours per week on a 15-point course, including time in class and personal study. Students should manage their academic workload and other commitments accordingly. Deadlines for coursework are set by course convenors and will be advertised in course material. You should submit your work on time. In extreme circumstances, such as illness, you may seek an extension but you may be required to provide supporting information before the assignment is due. Late assignments without a pre-approved extension may be penalised by loss of marks – check course information for details.

Course summary:

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