discourse analysis Flashcards
what is discourse analysis?
the analysis of language
when analysing what things are you looking for?
what does the language serve to define or construct?
what are the functions of talking about this person/thing in this way?
disclaimer
an explicit disavowal of the stance or opinion the speaker subsequently advocates
stake inoculation
a speaker rebuts the potential claim that they have a prior interest before they are challenged on it
extreme case formulation
semantically extreme word or phrase used to defend or ustify a description
category entitlement
we accept that certain categories of people are entitled to make specific knowledge claims so we give special credence to them to support our statement
passive voice
downplaying the responsibility of the actor in relation to the verb
three-part list
lists of three sound more complete, satisfying and convincing
identity claims
the use of ‘references’ or ‘witnesses’ to support your identity claim
