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This introductory course to Pragmatics offers students a comprehensive exploration of language's nuanced role in real-world communication. Through focused sessions, students discover the art of speech acts and their intentions, discover the subtleties of conversational implicatures, analyze politeness strategies, decode meaning through context and inference, and delve into the dynamics of pragmatics in face-to-face as well as digital communication.
Throughout the course, students actively participate in discussions, analysis of real-life conversations, and contextual exercises. Core literature from influential figures in the field of pragmatics serves as a foundation for discussions and further exploration. By the end of the course, students gain a deep appreciation for the intricacies of language use, how meaning is shaped by context, and how pragmatic knowledge enhances effective communication in diverse settings.
To secure your spot, please attend the first session. |
