English Discourse: Exploration, Explanation and Demonstration (6 points)
(ARTS)
Leader: Lorraine Bullock
Offered:
Clayton Second semester 2004 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2005 (Day)
Synopsis:
Objectives: At the completion of this unit it is expected that students, as second language speakers, will be able to: 1. Understand some of the theoretical concepts of English discourse through a second language perspective. 2. Understand the cultural motivation that has influenced the English writing system. 3. Apply the structures of the written discourse to a variety of textual situations. 4. Understand how the development of thought is expressed in text and the significance of these structures for the second language speaker. 5. Identify the link between expectation and outcome as a basis for understanding of text. 6. Understand the importance of the reader in the development of the written text. 7. Consider the importance of the editing process within a text. 8. Form a range of critical perspectives through which to understand the message in the written text. 9. Work with a variety of specific functional genres in English, looking at their structure, content and cultural characteristics. 10. Consider the influence of new technology in the development of writing strategies. 11. Develop a distinct writer's voice that is appropriate within a specific genre. 12. Reflect on their own writing practices within various language situations.
Assessment: Written (2200 words): 30% + Examinations (2 hours): 15% + Seminar participation: 5% + Individual Research Project (1200 words): 25% + Seminar presentation: 25%
Contact Hours: 3 hours per week
Prerequisites: EIU3110 or permission
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