Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | LANGUAGE AND GENDER | ||
Code | ENGL400 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr S Lampropoulou English S.Lampropoulou@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2022-23 | Level 6 FHEQ | Second Semester | 30 |
Aims |
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1. To familiarise students with past and current theoretical and methodological approaches to language and gender. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Students will demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the main schools of thought within the field of language and gender and the methodologies used in this line of research. |
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(LO2) Students will demonstrate the ability to comment critically on the major studies within the field. |
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(LO3) Students will demonstrate the ability to analyse data drawing upon the relevant theoretical concept and apply standards data analysis techniques and background concepts to new data. |
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(S1) Problem-solving skills: formulating problems (factual, empirical, theoretical) in precise terms, identifying key issues, developing the confidence to address challenging problems using a variety of different approaches |
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(S2) Investigative skills: searching out and synthesising information stored on paper, electronically or visually; developing skills of independent investigation, interacting with colleagues |
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(S3) Communication/ verbal: developing the ability to listen carefully, to present complex information in a clear, concise and sophisticated manner both in writing and by oral presentation, and to present a discussion based on information collected from various sources and coherently synthesised, using appropriate referencing conventions |
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(S4) Thinking/ intellectual skills: developing the ability to interpret and present data, critically address complex ideas, construct logical arguments, and use technical language correctly |
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(S5) Personal Organisation skills: developing the ability to undertake self-directed study and learning, manage their time efficiently, and to plan, design and accomplish a significant piece of research or an inquiry, either independently or as a member of a team |
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(S6) Self – development skills: developing the ability to work independently, to use their initiative, to organise their time properly and to interact constructively with others |
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(S7) Information Technology: developing the ability to use their computing and IT skills to help find, store and interpret information, to produce electronic documents and to use appropriate software confidently |
Syllabus |
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The module will begin with a theoretical overview that will introduce key concepts and major studies in language and gender research. Then, the role of gender in a number of different contexts will be addressed. The following topics will be covered: Gender and sociolinguistic variation, Dominance and difference, Discourse and the construction of gender, Communities of practice, Context I: conversational talk, Context II: politics & the workplace, Context III: educational settings Context IV: written texts and children's fiction, Gender representations in media discourse and Language and sexuality. |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method 1 - Workshop Teaching Method 2 - Tutorial Teaching Method 3 - Field Work Self-Directed Learning Description: Independent study time should be spent reading around the subject matter (indicative reading lists will be provided), preparing for the seminars (directed reading) and working towards the assessment. Self-Directed Learning Description: Independent study time shoul d be spent reading around the subject matter (indicative reading lists will be provided), preparing for the seminars (directed reading) and working towards the assessment. |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
11 |
12 |
22 |
45 | |||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 255 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 300 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Open book exam (extended)/take home paper. Not scheduled by SAS, 24 hours duration, re-sit opportunity, anonymous | 24 | 30 | ||||
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
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Group presentation of a seminal theoretical paper | 10 | 0 | ||||
Assessment 1 There is a resit opportunity. This is not an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When): Semester 2 | 0 | 10 | ||||
Assessment 2 There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When): Semester 2 | 0 | 60 |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |