LANGUAGE AND GENDER

LIN3GEN

Not currently offered

Credit points: 15

Subject outline

Language and gender examines different theoretical approaches of linguistics regarding gender and then applies and critiques these in context. The subject includes an examination of the relationship between language and sexualities. The focus is on both language use and language about gender and sexualities. While the majority of existing literature focusses on English and countries such as the US and UK, we explore the application of current ideas beyond these societies.

School: School of Humanities & Social Sciences

Credit points: 15

Subject Co-ordinator: Tonya Stebbins

Available to Study Abroad Students: Yes

Subject year level: Year Level 3 - UG

Exchange Students: Yes

Subject particulars

Subject rules

Prerequisites: N/A

Co-requisites: N/A

Incompatible subjects: N/A

Equivalent subjects: N/A

Special conditions: N/A

Learning resources

Readings

Resource Type	Title	Resource Requirement	Author and Year	Publisher
Readings	Gender and language: Theory and practice	Prescribed	Litosseliti, L. (2016)	London: Routledge

Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes

01. Reflect on and critique personal experiences in relation to theory in short pieces of writing

Activities:: E-portfolio, LMS blog posts/replies
Related graduate capabilities and elements:: Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Cultural Literacy); Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)

02. (in a learning team) create class activities and lead discussion on set readings. Support the learning of peers with assistance from the tutor.

Activities:: Preparing and running a tutorial (in a learning team)
Related graduate capabilities and elements:: Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Cultural Literacy); Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Study and Learning Skills); Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Study and Learning Skills)

03. Complete and original research project and write it up in a report format.

Activities:: Research report
Related graduate capabilities and elements:: Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Cultural Literacy); Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)

Subject not currently offered - Subject options not available.