Freund, Penelope
LV-Nr.: 3130 L 007
MA-PHIL FW 27
BA KulT FW 3, 4 / MA-PHIL FW 4, 25
SE Speech Act Theory
Fr. 14-16
Anmeldung: über ISIS
Raum: MAR 4.063
Beginn: 18.10.2024
Speech Act Theory, developed by philosophers such as J.L. Austin and John Searle, examines how we use language not just to convey information, but to perform various actions. For instance, when we make promises, give orders, or ask questions, we are engaging in speech acts. The theory distinguishes between different levels of understanding language - the locutionary (what is said, the content), illocutionary (what we do when saying it), and perlocutionary (what effects an utterance has). This framework helps us understand the role of language in communication and its impact on social interactions. We will look at the foundational texts as well its applications to hate speech and newer research in speech act theory. Some familiarity with philosophy (e.g. having completed an introductory module) would be helpful for prospective participants.
The seminar will be conducted in English.
- Trainer/in: Giulia Fammartino
- Trainer/in: Sarah Penelope Marie Freund
- Trainer/in: Axel Gelfert