Department of Global and Interdisciplinary Studies

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LIN200ZA(言語学 / Linguistics 200)
Topics in English Linguistics

Mark Birtles 

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Faculty/Graduate school Department of Global and Interdisciplinary Studies
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Year 2025
Class code A6276
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Term 春学期授業/Spring
Day/Period 金3/Fri.3
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Campus 市ヶ谷 / Ichigaya
Classroom name S404
Grade 2~4
Credit(s) 2
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Category (commenced 2024 onwards) 200-level Intermediate Courses(中級)
Category (commenced 2020-2023) 200-level Intermediate Courses(中級)
Category (commenced 2016-2019) 200-level Intermediate Courses
Linguistics and Language Acquisition

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Outline and objectives

“Language” is much more than simply words, symbols and grammar. Discourse analysis explores how these tools are used in real life to construct meaning in everyday exchanges. This course is an introduction to the central analysis methods and how they can be applied to examine the interplay between language use, social structures, and power dynamics. Students will explore theoretical frameworks and methodological practices, before applying them to discourse across different forms of communication. Through this theoretical and practical engagement, students will develop an understanding of the nuances of how discourse operates in the real world.

Goal

The course goal is to impart competence in the following:

• Understanding the foundations of discourse analysis
• Applying different analytical frameworks to discourse
• Examining naturally occurring discourse across contexts
• Developing research and analytical skills

Which item of the diploma policy will be obtained by taking this class?

Will be able to gain “DP 1”, “DP 2”, “DP 3”, and “DP 4”.

Default language used in class

英語 / English

Method(s)(学期の途中で変更になる場合には、別途提示します。 /If the Method(s) is changed, we will announce the details of any changes. )

Lectures and readings will introduce the concepts and theories on how discourse analysis can contribute to our understanding of language and the world. At the beginning of each session, concepts from the previous class are reviewed and checked through an exploration of ideas generated in take-home assignments. Discussions and practical exercises allow students to engage with primary texts and case studies to understand how discourse analysis can be used for critical engagement with discourse. Then, students can apply practical tools to understand how language shapes and reflects the world around them, whether analysing a political speech, a newspaper front page, or a casual conversation.
Information on feedback methods will be provided in class.

Active learning in class (Group discussion, Debate.etc.)

あり / Yes

Fieldwork in class

なし / No

Schedule

授業形態/methods of teaching:対面/face to face

※各回の授業形態は予定です。教員の指示に従ってください。

1[オンライン/online]:Course Introduction

Overview of the weeks ahead

2[対面/face to face]:What is discourse?

Definition of key terms and the relationship between context and language

3[対面/face to face]:Discourse & Genre I

Steps in genre analysis

4[対面/face to face]:Discourse & Genre II

Applying a genre analysis and consideration of social and cultural context

5[対面/face to face]:Critical Discourse Analysis I

Principles of CDA

6[対面/face to face]:Critical Discourse Analysis II

An examination of ideology and power

7[対面/face to face]:Multimodal Discourse I

Kress and van Leeuwen on multimodality

8[対面/face to face]:Multimodal Discourse II

Multimodality in our world

9[対面/face to face]:Midterm Assessment

Assessment of theoretical and methodological knowledge

10[対面/face to face]:Discourse and Conversation I

Aspects of conversation analysis

11[対面/face to face]:Discourse and Conversation II

Analysis of a conversation

12[対面/face to face]:Discourse and Society I

An exploration of language, identity and gender

13[対面/face to face]:Discourse and Society II

Linguistic landscapes

14[対面/face to face]:Final Assessment

Assessment of theoretical and methodological knowledge

Work to be done outside of class (preparation, etc.)

Preparatory study and review time for this class are 2 hours each.

Textbooks

No textbook will be required in class, materials will be supplied by the
instructor.

References

Fairclough, N. (2013). Critical Discourse Analysis: The Critical Study of Language. New York: Routledge.
Gee, J. (2014). An Introduction to Discourse Analysis: Theory and Method. Routledge
Hutchby, I., & Wooffitt, R. (2008). Conversation Analysis (2nd ed.). Cambridge: Polity Press.
Jones, R. (2024). Discourse analysis: A resource book for students. New York: Routledge.
Kress, G., & Van Leeuwen, T. (2021) Reading images: The grammar of visual design New York: Routledge
van Dijk, T. (2008). Discourse and Power. New York: Palgrave Macmillan.
Paltridge, B. (2022) Discourse analysis: an introduction. London: Bloomsbury.

Grading criteria

Participation and Discussion (20%) – Engagement in class discussions and application of concepts to real-world examples.
Assignments (10%) – Short critical reflections on readings and class discussions.
Midterm Assessment (20%) – Assessment of theoretical and methodological knowledge.
Conversation analysis (20%) – Writing up and analysing a student conversation
Final Assessment (30%) – Assessment of theoretical and methodological knowledge

Changes following student comments

This is the first year the course has run; students will be invited for feedback at the end of the semester.

Equipment student needs to prepare

Please bring a laptop computer to every class. If access to a laptop computer is difficult, please inform the instructor.

Prerequisite

None.

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