Universität Wien

129004 AR What's this thing called science? (2011W)

5.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 12 - Anglistik
Prüfungsimmanente Lehrveranstaltung
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An/Abmeldung

Hinweis: Ihr Anmeldezeitpunkt innerhalb der Frist hat keine Auswirkungen auf die Platzvergabe (kein "first come, first served").

Details

max. 24 Teilnehmer*innen
Sprache: Englisch

Lehrende

Termine (iCal) - nächster Termin ist mit N markiert

  • Dienstag 11.10. 18:00 - 20:00 Raum 1 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-EG-05
  • Dienstag 18.10. 18:00 - 20:00 Raum 1 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-EG-05
  • Dienstag 25.10. 18:00 - 20:00 Raum 1 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-EG-05
  • Dienstag 08.11. 18:00 - 20:00 Raum 1 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-EG-05
  • Dienstag 15.11. 18:00 - 20:00 Raum 1 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-EG-05
  • Dienstag 22.11. 18:00 - 20:00 Raum 1 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-EG-05
  • Dienstag 29.11. 18:00 - 20:00 Raum 1 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-EG-05
  • Dienstag 06.12. 18:00 - 20:00 Raum 1 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-EG-05
  • Dienstag 13.12. 18:00 - 20:00 Raum 1 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-EG-05
  • Dienstag 10.01. 18:00 - 20:00 Raum 1 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-EG-05
  • Dienstag 17.01. 18:00 - 20:00 Raum 1 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-EG-05
  • Dienstag 24.01. 18:00 - 20:00 Raum 1 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-EG-05
  • Dienstag 31.01. 18:00 - 20:00 Raum 1 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-EG-05

Information

Ziele, Inhalte und Methode der Lehrveranstaltung

In this course we shall deal with the theories and methods of what is sometimes referred to as ‘normal science’ and ask ourselves to what extent they can be usefully applied in addressing questions about language and language use. In particular, we shall discuss differences between the so called natural sciences, which are often regarded as objective and analytical, and the humanities, which are considered as subjective and hermeneutic. In the course fundamental concepts (such as reality, ontology, hypothesis, theory, evidence, explanation, falsification, constructionism, etc.) will be introduced on the basis of relevant texts, and students will be encouraged to test their usefulness on any research projects of their own, which they may be planning or carrying out.

Art der Leistungskontrolle und erlaubte Hilfsmittel

Classroom participation, preparation and chairing of sessions on specific topics, shorter written assignments, portfolio paper.

Mindestanforderungen und Beurteilungsmaßstab

Our goal is learn how (a) useful and it is to reflect on and become aware of the principles by which knowledge about language can be produced, and (b) to become competent in this kind of reflection.

Prüfungsstoff

Reading of set texts on the theory of science, classroom discussion, and application to specific linguistic research problems. Students will be asked to prepare and chair the discussion of specific topics and texts.

Literatur

To be announced at one of the first meetings

Zuordnung im Vorlesungsverzeichnis

Studium: Diplom 343, ME 812;
Code/Modul: Diplom 721-723, ME3;
Lehrinhalt: 12-0119

Letzte Änderung: Mo 07.09.2020 15:33