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HM4201: Language Structure and Identity
| Module Title | Language Structure and Identity |
|---|---|
| Module Code | HM4201 |
| Module Tutor | Jonathan Marshall |
| School | Humanities |
| CAT Points | 30 |
| Level of Study | 4 |
| Pre-requisites | None |
| Co-requisites | None |
| Restrictions | None |
| Brief Description | This introductory module is delivered in two halves. The first half introduces the student to the structural components of language. The second half charts the relationship between language and identity across the life span and explores the way in which language use reflects identities that are fluid and multifaceted. The module also explores the degree to which individuals have the power to choose or resist an identity and how stereotyped identities emerge and are promoted through the media. |
| Indicative Syllabus | The first half covers the basic concepts of language structure. Students are introduced to word formation, sentence patterns and grammar, word meanings, as well as the general areas of pragmatics and morphology, phonetics and phonology. Students explore the ways in which language is structured and used for different purposes in a range of communicative contexts. The second half explores several aspects of identity including gender and sexuality, social categories such as class, national and regional identities. The module explores these themes using theoretical approaches embedded in sociolinguistics, discourse analysis and social psychology. |
| Learning Outcomes | A student passing this module should be able to show that they: 1.can identify and describe the various elements that make up language 2.can describe the differences between the form and function of the elements of language 3.can describe the hierarchical relations that exist between the elements of language 4.can explain the complex relationship between language and identity at a variety of levels, - private, public, social, cultural. 5.can show how theories of language (both written and spoken) and identity could be applied to different social situations - domestic, education, professional, political situations. 6.can explain how identities are reflected in the media in order to evaluate and challenge current socio-cultural values and attitudes. |
| Learning and Teaching Activities | Scheduled Contact Hours: 80 Independent Learning Hours: 220 |
| Assessment (For further details see the Module Guide) | 001: 50% Coursework: Individual, standard written: 2000 words or equivalent 002: 50% Coursework: Individual, standard written: 2000 words or equivalent |
| Special Assessment Requirements | |
| Indicative Resources | The Library Catalogue contains full details of the current reading list for this module. Further details may also be found in the Module Guide. |
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