English language in use: one mode, many methods
Lorraine Bullock
8 points
* 4 hours per week
* Second semester
* Clayton
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Prerequisites: EIU2110 or permission of the subject convener (second year);
EIU3110 or permission of the subject convener (third year)
Objectives It is expected that by the end of the subject students should be able to recognise some of the major characteristics of various functions of speech in English, particularly those relevant to the student's individual situation. They should also understand some of the current speech and communication theories in English through the perspective of second language experience and be able to identify the cultural and situational frameworks that influence speech in English.
Synopsis This subject gives a special focus to the spoken mode of English, particularly the influences that shape meaning and the way meaning is conveyed in a message. Speech in English is often in a state of flux, where changes to syntax and vocabulary often first occur and enter the language. Students will: examine the way spoken English adapts to incorporate many functions and accommodate a vast variety of registers and contexts; explore and experiment with some current speech/communication theories; investigate the ways in which a second language speaker may apply these theories to their interactions with the world.
Assessment Written (2000 words): 25%
* Examinations (3 hours): 30%
* Seminar participation: 10%
* Research paper (1000 words): 15%
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Seminar paper: 20%
* Third-year level students will be expected to
demonstrate a deeper analytical understanding of the theoretical issues
involved and will be offered separate essay and research topics that reflect
this perception.
Prescribed texts
Set texts and supplemental references are provided in the course handbook available from the Department of English.
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