led by Professor Jo Edson Ferrie
Though well established as a methodology, discourse analysis (DA) can be an elusive methodology when learning. This session will map the socio-historical context of DA, from its roots in semiology and through the ethnomethodology that characterized much 1970s social research. Theory will be explored, particularly contributions from Foucault around power. We will draw explicitly too on two frameworks including Fairclough and Potter and Wetherall. Throughout this session students will have the opportunity for hands-on qualitative work as they practice with real-world data. The session will build towards an understanding of how discourse analysis becomes critical as we explore the purpose of social research, not just as a means to know, but as a tool for change.
Attendees do not need any previous experience or knowledge of discourse analysis to attend this session.