230305 Introduction to Pragmatics (S) (SoSe 2024)

This course aims to delve deeper into the complex realm of language than only its structural elements. This course explores the study of language use in context, looking at how social, cultural, and situational elements play a role in communication that goes beyond literal meanings. Students will acquire a thorough understanding of how speakers use language to accomplish their communicative objectives and negotiate the complexity of everyday interactions through a combination of theoretical frameworks and real-world experiences. This course fosters skills necessary for effective communication in a variety of personal and professional contexts by examining practical aspects of language, such as conversational implicature analysis and cross-cultural communication. This course serves as a fundamental step in revealing the intricate layers of linguistic pragmatics through discussions, practical exercises and case studies.

Teilnahmevoraussetzungen, notwendige Vorkenntnisse

Notwendige Voraussetzungen: FsB vom 15.11.2023 (Einschreibung ab SoSe 2023)
Vor dem Besuch der Veranstaltungen in den Profilmodulen muss der Language Proficiency Test (23-ANG-Basis1) bestanden sein. Im Master of Education gilt diese Voraussetzung mit dem erfolgreichen Masterzugang als erbracht.