129004 AR What's this thing called science? (2011W)
Continuous assessment of course work
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Registration/Deregistration
Note: The time of your registration within the registration period has no effect on the allocation of places (no first come, first served).
- Registration is open from Fr 16.09.2011 00:00 to Su 25.09.2011 23:59
- Registration is open from Th 29.09.2011 14:00 to Tu 04.10.2011 23:59
- Deregistration possible until Mo 31.10.2011 23:59
Details
max. 24 participants
Language: English
Lecturers
Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N
- Tuesday 11.10. 18:00 - 20:00 Raum 1 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-EG-05
- Tuesday 18.10. 18:00 - 20:00 Raum 1 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-EG-05
- Tuesday 25.10. 18:00 - 20:00 Raum 1 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-EG-05
- Tuesday 08.11. 18:00 - 20:00 Raum 1 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-EG-05
- Tuesday 15.11. 18:00 - 20:00 Raum 1 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-EG-05
- Tuesday 22.11. 18:00 - 20:00 Raum 1 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-EG-05
- Tuesday 29.11. 18:00 - 20:00 Raum 1 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-EG-05
- Tuesday 06.12. 18:00 - 20:00 Raum 1 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-EG-05
- Tuesday 13.12. 18:00 - 20:00 Raum 1 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-EG-05
- Tuesday 10.01. 18:00 - 20:00 Raum 1 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-EG-05
- Tuesday 17.01. 18:00 - 20:00 Raum 1 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-EG-05
- Tuesday 24.01. 18:00 - 20:00 Raum 1 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-EG-05
- Tuesday 31.01. 18:00 - 20:00 Raum 1 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-EG-05
Information
Aims, contents and method of the course
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.
Assessment and permitted materials
Classroom participation, preparation and chairing of sessions on specific topics, shorter written assignments, portfolio paper.
Minimum requirements and assessment criteria
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.
Examination topics
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.
Reading list
To be announced at one of the first meetings
Association in the course directory
Studium: Diplom 343, ME 812;
Code/Modul: Diplom 721-723, ME3;
Lehrinhalt: 12-0119
Code/Modul: Diplom 721-723, ME3;
Lehrinhalt: 12-0119
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