OVERVIEW

«The levels of linguistic analysis: history, theory, and practice».

The course moves from a reflection on the levels of linguistic analysis, particularly addressing semantics, lexicology, and pragmatics. Therefore, a history of the evolution of the notion of linguistic analysis will be presented, as well as a reflection of the concept of "meaning". An analysis will be carried out of materials from fundamental works of linguistic science, so as to provide a solid theoretical basis. Thereafter, a series of variegated textual specimina will be examined and commented upon during the course, keeping as a final perspective the application of pragmatic principles.

AIMS AND CONTENT

AIMS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES

The course aims to provide students with a solid theoretical basis that will allow them to read a vast array of texts knowing how to apply, from time to time, the different levels of linguistic analysis. The especial objective is to make the student aware that linguistics is a fundamental and foundational part of  humanities, and that knowing how to apply the principles of linguistic analysis in a correct manner amounts to knowing how to read and interpret a text - or an utterance - in order to relate it to the other, most variegated fields of knowledge. At the conclusion of the course, the student is supposed to have become aware of the importance of linguistic analysis and its levels, appreciating its multifaceted character and being able to apply its theoretical notions, especially at a pragmatic level.

PREREQUISITES

Basic knowledge of notions related to general linguistics is required.

All students are required to sign up to Aulaweb.

TEACHING METHODS

Lectures. 

Lessons will be held in person, with the access to rooms being regulated through the app for seating reservation; the others may follow remotely via Teams (code: 218e5f0).

SYLLABUS/CONTENT

Syllabus that is valid both for attending and for non-attending students: basic notions related to the levels of linguistic analysis (especially in reference to semantics, lexicology, and pragmatics). Non-attending students are invited to contact the teacher to devise an appropriate division of the programme. 

RECOMMENDED READING/BIBLIOGRAPHY

References:

C. Caffi, Pragmatica. Sei lezioni, Carocci, Roma 2013, lessons from I to IV.

M. Sbisà, (ed. by), Gli atti linguistici. Aspetti e problemi di filosofia del linguaggio, Feltrinelli, Milano 1995: chosen parts of the book will be indicated..

S. Ullmann, Introduzione alla scienza del significato, Il Mulino, Bologna (any edition): chosen chapters of the work will be indicated.

L. Heilmann, Linguistica e umanismo, Il Mulino, Bologna 1983, pp. 11-85; 259-275.

Further materials will be indicated during the course..

TEACHERS AND EXAM BOARD

Exam Board

STEFAN SCHNEIDER (President)

IRENE DE FELICE (President Substitute)

CLAUDIA CAFFI (Substitute)

SIMONE TURCO (Substitute)

SIMONE TURCO (President)

GUIDO GIOVANNI BORGHI

MATTEO MACCIÒ (Substitute)

LESSONS

LESSONS START

February 16, 2022

Class schedule

GENERAL LINGUISTICS

EXAMS

EXAM DESCRIPTION

Oral exam.

ASSESSMENT METHODS

The oral presentation will make it possible to assess the ability to analyse texts according to the principles expounded in the course.

Exam schedule