The Interrelation Of Power And Language In Critical Discourse Analysis
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This exam assesses the relationship between power and language in Critical Discourse Analysis. Candidates will analyze how language supports or challenges societal power dynamics.
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Exam Details
Duration: 50 minutes
Prerequisites: Introduction To Power Theory, Discourse Analysis Principles, Critical Theory
Key Topics
- Power Dynamics
- Language Structures
- Institutional Discourse
- Discourse Analysis
- Resistance And Oppression
Learning Outcomes
- Critically Analyze Power Relations In Language
- Discuss The Role Of Language In Social Hierarchies
- Identify Mechanisms Of Oppression
- Explore Resistance Through Discourse
Full Description
This examination focuses on the intricate relationship between power and language within the field of Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA), analyzing how language reinforces or challenges power dynamics in society.
Understanding the interplay between power and language is essential for comprehending how discourse constructs social hierarchies and informs collective consciousness. This examination reveals the mechanisms through which language can either perpetuate oppression or encourage resistance.
Candidates will be expected to articulate their understanding of power relations in discourse, critically analyzing various texts to identify how language operates within these frameworks. Engagement with historical and contemporary examples will enhance discussions.
Critical analysis should include discussions of institutional discourse and its implications for societal structures, demonstrating candidates' capacity for linking theory with practice.
Sample Questions
- How does language reinforce power dynamics within social institutions?
- In what ways can language be used as a tool for resistance against oppression?
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