Discourse Theory Flashcards
1
Q
What is a discourse?
A
groupings of utterances/statements but consist of utterances which have meaning, force and effect within a social context
2
Q
cognitive dimension of discourse
A
parameters of how we talk about a topic
3
Q
prodcutive dimension of discourse
A
shape our view of our world
4
Q
Discourse: isolated?
A
no it produces something else
utterance, concept, effect
5
Q
Dominant discourse
A
- present
- influence view of people
- supported by government and majority of the people
6
Q
Discourses construct…
A
… realities, made factual and justified, bringing about effects
7
Q
Why is power the key element of discourse?
A
Because it can determine dominance of a discourse
