The document discusses different types of discourses including academic, literary, and purpose-driven discourses. It defines discourses as formal discussions that convey meanings through organized language. The document outlines different purposes of discourses such as to inform, persuade, and entertain. It also describes various types of discourses like argumentation, description, exposition, and narration. Specific formats and styles are discussed for academic, poetic, expressive, and transactional literary discourses.
The document discusses different types of discourses including academic, literary, and purpose-driven discourses. It defines discourses as formal discussions that convey meanings through organized language. The document outlines different purposes of discourses such as to inform, persuade, and entertain. It also describes various types of discourses like argumentation, description, exposition, and narration. Specific formats and styles are discussed for academic, poetic, expressive, and transactional literary discourses.
The document discusses different types of discourses including academic, literary, and purpose-driven discourses. It defines discourses as formal discussions that convey meanings through organized language. The document outlines different purposes of discourses such as to inform, persuade, and entertain. It also describes various types of discourses like argumentation, description, exposition, and narration. Specific formats and styles are discussed for academic, poetic, expressive, and transactional literary discourses.
The document discusses different types of discourses including academic, literary, and purpose-driven discourses. It defines discourses as formal discussions that convey meanings through organized language. The document outlines different purposes of discourses such as to inform, persuade, and entertain. It also describes various types of discourses like argumentation, description, exposition, and narration. Specific formats and styles are discussed for academic, poetic, expressive, and transactional literary discourses.
SKILLS TEXT • a written material, especially longer pieces of writing as in a book, a letter or a newspaper. DISCOURSE • regarded as spoken; a formal and often lengthy discussion of a topic, where concepts and insights are arranged in an organized and logical manner. DISCOURSE •Also refers to how language is used to convey meanings or to propel action or provoke a specific response. PURPOSES OF A DISCOURSE
1. To inform 2. To persuade 3. To entertain PURPOSES OF A DISCOURSE
To inform - A discourse that aims to
inform provides a descriptive and comprehensive discussion on the topic. It points out what one should know about a topic or subject. PURPOSES OF A DISCOURSE
To persuade – A discourse that aims
to persuade tries to convince the readers that the proposed claim or solution is better than any other proposal. PURPOSES OF A DISCOURSE
To entertain – A discourse that aims
to amuse provides a source of entertainment for its readers. TYPES OF DISCOURSE
1. Argumentation 2. Description 3. Exposition 4. Narration TYPES OF DISCOURSE Argumentation - the writer aims to persuade the audience or readers. He or she presents valid claims or counterclaims, each supported by evidence, to prove a point. A recent study confirmed that playing video games may cause children to become violent. However, this is only true for some children. Dr. Charlotte Cooper and Dr. Markey Vitasa of ABC University explained that children who manifest a combination of three personality traits―high neuroticism, disagreeableness, and low levels of conscientiousness―are more likely to be aggressive toward others after playing video games. TYPES OF DISCOURSE Description - This type of discourse is based on the main impression of the author about the topic or subject. His or her impression is influenced by prior knowledge, culture, environment, and experiences, among others. When I first saw my childhood friend Margarette, she was about my ten year-old sister Viv‟s height. Her hair was curly and dark, and her skin was pale. But what really struck me when I first saw her was her big round blue eyes. TYPES OF DISCOURSE Exposition - This aims to inform, clarify, and explain a phenomenon. It defines what something is and provides an in- depth discussion about topics that are usually less explored. The Second Quarter 2018 Social Weather Survey, fielded on June 27-30, 2018, found that 60% of adult Filipinos agree (32% strongly agree and 28% somewhat agree), and 26% disagree (14% somewhat disagree and 11% strongly disagree, correctly rounded), that “Police arresting idlers or „tambays‟ is a violation of their human rights.” The remaining 14% are undecided. TYPES OF DISCOURSE Narration - This type of discourse is like storytelling. It recalls events chronologically. It is told in the first, second, or third person point of view. TYPES OF DISCOURSE Narration 1. Linear Structure 2. Non Linear Structure I remember the time when I learned how to swim. I was only eight years old and afraid to bathe in a pool. I envied the kids who played with inflatable balls and animals. Whenever my family would visit the clubhouse, I would sit beside the pool and never really jump in to join them. A summer camp opened in our neighborhood, and my mom thought of enrolling my brother and me in a swimming class. Two days before the class started, my mom gave me a pep talk; that made me realize that I did not want to miss out the fun just because I was afraid. LITERATURE DISCOURSE •generally focused on creative works, including nonfiction. Also, it includes texts that are used strictly for business communication. TYPES OF LITERARY DISCOURSE
1.Poetic 2.Expressive 3.Transactional TYPES OF LITERARY DISCOURSE
Poetic - This type of discourse is
commonly found in creative works like poems, novels, short stories, and plays. It focuses on how language is used to form themes and convey ideologies. I shall be telling this with a sigh Somewhere ages and ages hence: Two roads diverged in a wood, and I— I took the one less traveled by, And that has made all the difference. The Road Not Taken Robert Frost TYPES OF LITERARY DISCOURSE
Expressive - This type of discourse is
commonly found in academic journals, letters, diaries, and blogs. It is a personal narrative and is typically written in the first person point of view. In the process, the writer reveals something about his or her identity. Sunday, 21 June 1942 Everyone at school is waiting to hear what happens next. Who will move up a class, and who will stay down? We‟re all trying to guess! I think my girlfriends and I will be OK, though we‟ll have to wait patiently to find out. Most of my teachers like me, but old Mr Keesing gets angry with me because I often talk too much! He made me do some extra homework and write about „Someone Who Talks Too Much.‟ The Diary of a Young Girl (An Excerpt) By Anne Frank TYPES OF LITERARY DISCOURSE
Transactional - This type of discourse is
commonly found in instructional materials, advertisements, and editorial articles, among others. It is directive in nature as it provides detailed information on how something is done or achieved. How to set up an email account 1. Choose the web host. 2. Look for the sign up button. Click it. 3. Provide the required information. 4. Think of a unique username and a password. (Tip: For the password, type in uppercase or add characters.) 5. Start using the newly setup email account. ACADEMIC DISCOURSE •expository or argumentative in nature. Sometimes, it presents an individual’s insights regarding a concept or method in a scholarly way. ACADEMIC DISCOURSE •uses formal language and the third person point of view; it maintains an objective tone. Medea is portrayed as an empowered woman in the Euripides’ play. It is a far cry from how women were viewed and represented in the Ancient Greece. Women then were mainly portrayed as in charge of producing children, taking care of them, and being a mistress of the household. Medea’s character defies and challenges conformities. Her deeds, though evil in nature, stem from the strength of her mind… Medea, although elicits pity from the audience during the first part of the play as an abandoned wife and mother, in the end, is feared and abhorred as she proves to be aware of how wicked her deeds are and yet would not have it the other way around: “I understand what evil I am about to do but my wrath is stronger even than my thoughts…” (Euripides 27). ACADEMIC DISCOURSE GENERAL FORMAT 1. Introduction 2. Body 3. Conclusion ACADEMIC DISCOURSE • Introduction – In this part, the writer states the significance of the topic and the issues that need to be addressed. Also, the writer mentions the objectives of the discourse and how it may be beneficial or detrimental. ACADEMIC DISCOURSE • Body – In this part, the writer discusses the methods of gathering information. He or she then presents the findings and interprets them. Moreover, he or she formulates arguments and supports them with evidence. ACADEMIC DISCOURSE • Conclusion – In this part, the writer reiterates the claims and asserts his or her stand. He or she may include insights and recommendations for further studies.
