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128304 AR Philosophy of Language Science (2022S)

5.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 12 - Anglistik
Continuous assessment of course work
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Details

max. 25 participants
Language: English

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

  • Friday 18.03. 14:15 - 15:45 Raum 2 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-EG-09
  • Friday 25.03. 14:15 - 15:45 Raum 2 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-EG-09
  • Friday 01.04. 14:15 - 15:45 Raum 2 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-EG-09
  • Friday 08.04. 14:15 - 15:45 Raum 2 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-EG-09
  • Friday 29.04. 14:15 - 15:45 Raum 2 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-EG-09
  • Friday 06.05. 14:15 - 15:45 Raum 2 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-EG-09
  • Friday 13.05. 14:15 - 15:45 Raum 2 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-EG-09
  • Friday 20.05. 14:15 - 15:45 Raum 2 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-EG-09
  • Friday 27.05. 14:15 - 15:45 Raum 2 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-EG-09
  • Friday 03.06. 14:15 - 15:45 Raum 2 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-EG-09
  • Friday 10.06. 14:15 - 15:45 Raum 2 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-EG-09
  • Friday 17.06. 14:15 - 15:45 Raum 2 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-EG-09
  • Friday 24.06. 14:15 - 15:45 Raum 2 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-EG-09

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

Course Content:
In this course we will discuss topics and key concepts within the philosophy of science which are especially important to linguistics. One element of this seminar will address science in general, discussing issues such as types of ‘facts’, different perspectives on the scientific endeavor and external and internal constraints on scientific research. Another element will focus specifically on linguistics as a scientific field including topics such as different definitions and models of language and the linguistic sign, and potential pitfalls in linguistic research. In this seminar we will explore distinctions and questions such as what are (linguistic) facts and how do they relate to theories? Are there empirical facts independent of theories about them? What is the interplay between between theories, social context, methods, and research tools?

Course Aims:
The aim of the course is to learn about the basic concepts, problems and models in the philosophy of science and their relevance for linguistics.

Assessment and permitted materials

Regular attendance, participation in class discussions, being the discussant for one session, final essay.

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

Assessment:

Class participation 20%
Discussant for one session 30%
Final Essay 50%

Examination topics

No final exam.

Reading list

To be provided.

Association in the course directory

Studium: MA 812 (2)
Code/Modul: MA(2) 06
Lehrinhalt: 12-8161

Last modified: Mo 21.02.2022 14:29