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ENG 434 - Discourse Analysis


Description:
Study of discourse theory and research methodology.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ENG 304.

Credits: (5)

Learner Outcomes, Activities and Assessments

Learner Outcome

Activity (optional)

Assessment

1. Discuss topics in discourse analysis, using appropriate terminology.

 

1. Students will lead discussions and take examinations on material covered in class and in assigned readings. Examinations will include at least two essay questions.

2. Describe approaches to discourse analysis, noting the contexts for which they were developed.

 

2. Students will lead discussions and take examinations on material covered in class and in assigned readings. Examinations will include at least two essay questions.

3. Analyze various types of spoken and written discourse.

 

3. Students will collect and transcribe two minutes of oral data, noting the strategies they used. Students will also complete an online RCR (Responsible Conduct of Research) training provided by CWU’s Human Subject Review Program.

4. Apply skills and knowledge to own areas of interest.

 

4. Students will a write ten-page paper analyzing discourse and present their findings to class.

5. Apply skills and knowledge to own areas of interest.

 

5. Students will keep a journal of their responses to lessons or readings. It will also contain a glossary of important terms.





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