Research in Spanish Linguistics (12 points)
(ARTS)
Leader: Marisa Cordella
Offered:
Clayton Second semester 2004 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2005 (Day)
Synopsis:
Objectives: The objective of SPN 4580 is to develop a critical way of thinking about theoretical issues in language/discourse research and expand students' knowledge about data analysis and interpretation. On completion, students will: 1. Understand issues dealing with linguistics theory and practice. 2. Know how to collect ethnographic data and understand ethical issues in regards to confidentiality. 3. Be able to analyse language/discourse data following a theoretical framework of analysis. 4. Be able to discuss their research findings by comparing/contrasting them with the literature published in their field of research. 5. Be able to write a research paper following the appropriate format (abstract, introduction, methodology, analysis, discussion, conclusion, bibliography). 6. Have developed an understanding and application of different modes of linguistics analysis.
Assessment: 2 Research essays (5,000 words): 60% + Test on discourse analysis (2,000 words): 20% + Test on linguistics theories and practices (2,000 words): 20%
Contact Hours: 2 hours per week
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