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Discourse Analysis Lecture Notes

To draw out the intended meaning of words rather than their definition or frequency.

The subjective underlying meaning of language in written or spoken communication within its context.

The dynamics of power and power relations.

Versatile data sources and incorporation of context, providing real-world implications.

Research focusing on social, political, or cultural phenomena and changes across communicative contexts.

Michel Foucault; it focuses on how language reflects power in society.

Narrowly-focused research not concerned with the meaning of language use, such as those better suited for thematic analysis.

Interviews, speeches, group discussions, transcripts, and recordings.

Language-in-use approach and socio-political (social constructivist) approach.

Requires deep understanding of language nuances and can be subjective in interpretation.

It provides insights into social realities, hierarchies, and ideologies by interpreting language within its context.

Analyzing university students' opinions of professors to reveal different forms of power.

Because it requires substantial time for thorough analysis.

This approach focuses on the technicalities of language such as grammar, syntax, and phonology to reveal speech patterns that reflect power or privilege.

Social, cultural, political, and historical context.