This course aims to closely study the variation of language at all levels and how these variations are constructed by and construct identity and culture through examination of various discourses and the concepts of politics, society and culture in relation to language.
Prerequisite(s)
None
Corequisite(s)
None
Special Requisite(s)
None
Instructor(s)
Assist. Prof. Dr. Nilüfer Şener
Course Assistant(s)
Schedule
This course is not offered this semester
Office Hour(s)
This course is not offered this semester
Teaching Methods and Techniques
-Lecture, discussion, demonstration, use of audio-visual materials.
Principle Sources
-Holmes, Janet. (2001). An Introduction to Sociolinguistics. 2nd ed.UK: Longman.
Thomas, L. and S. Wareing. (1999). Language, Society and Power: An introduction. London: Routledge.
Wardhaugh, R. (2010). An Introduction to Sociolinguistics. 6th ed. UK: Blackwell.
Other Sources
-Fromkin, V., Robert Rodman and Nina Hyams. (2003). An Introduction to Language. 7th ed. US: Thomson- Heinle
Show knowledge of a substantial range of authors, movements and texts from different periods of literary history.
PO-2
Identify the intellectual, cultural and socio-historical contexts in which literature
is written and read.
PO-3
Employ the necessary skills in the reading, analysis and in appreciation of literature.
PO-4
Recognize, interpret, and comment on rhetorical and figurative language.
PO-5
Identify, distinguish between and assess the distinctive characteristics of texts written in the principle literary genres.
PO-6
Recall and define key terms and concepts relating to language, literature and/or culture.
PO-7
Recognize the role of different social and cultural contexts in affecting meaning.
PO-8
Demonstrate responsiveness to the central role of language in the creation of meaning.
PO-9
Recognize different structures and discourse functions of the English language.
PO-10
Display competence both in written and/or oral expression and in the
communication of ideas in a variety of contexts.
PO-11
Demonstrate critical skills in the close reading, description, interpretation,
and analysis of literary and non-literary texts.
PO-12
Use logical thought, critical reasoning, and rhetorical skills to effectively
construct arguments.
PO-13
Apply guided research skills including the ability to gather, sift, organize and
present information and material.
PO-14
Show competence in planning, preparation and revision of essays,
presentations, and other written and project work.
PO-15
Reflect on ethical and philosophical issues raised in literary, critical, and
cultural texts.
Learning Outcomes
LO-1
develop a thorough understanding of the social dimension of language.
LO-2
recount and define key concepts and terminology related to sociolinguistics and employ these concepts and terms in the close reading and analysis of a variety of texts and discourses.
LO-3
recognize and interpret individual, social and cultural factors affecting meaning in the use of language.
LO-4
recognize, analyze and interpret how language shapes identities, cultures and social groups.
LO-5
develop critical thinking skills and use logical reasoning and rhetorical skills to construct arguments.
LO-6
recognize different structures and discourse functions and varieties of the English language.
LO-7
relate the variations of English language at different levels to their understanding of the relationship between literature and other means and forms of expression and communication.
