Unit of Study: EDPG5001 - Language as Social Practice
Language has no role outside of its social context. This unit considers the relationships between language and social context, and how this effects the production and interpretation of spoken and written discourse. Topics covered include discourse and society, discourse and pragmatics, discourse and genre, discourse and conversation, and critical discourse analysis. Implications for professional practice are also discussed.
Unit coordinator: Professor Brian Paltridge
Classes: 13 wks x 2 hrs (lectures and tutorials)
Assessment: 2 written assignments (35% and 65%)
Courses this subject is available in
This unit of study can be undertaken as a part of the following degree programs:
Doctor of Education
The Doctor of Education offers candidates the opportunity for advanced self-reflective research into the education profession and professional practice in education. The specific aim of the Doctor of Education is to develop research professionals, through completion of coursework and a research thesis.
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Graduate Certificate in Educational Studies
The Graduate Certificate in Educational Studies is a one semester program for leaders and future leaders in education in a dynamic climate or educational change and innovation. It is not a program that results in a recognised teaching qualification.
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Graduate Diploma in Educational Studies
The Graduate Diploma in Educational Studies is for trained teachers who wish to better understand educational theory and research. It is not a program that results in a recognised teaching qualification.
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Master of Education
The Master of Education (MEd) is one of the largest postgraduate coursework programs in Australia, and is designed to develop and support the careers of trained teachers who are teaching professionals, educational administrators, researchers and policymakers. It is not a program that results in a recognised teaching qualification.
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Master of Education (Research)
This course focuses primarily on research in the area of education.
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Master of Philosophy in Education
This course is designed for students interested in pursuing research in the area of Education but not eligible to undertake a PhD.
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