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... > social science subjects > communication and media studies > communication studies > communication theory > social-interactional orientations > discourse theory
... > social science subjects > communication and media studies > communication studies > communication theory > information, media, and communication technology > discourse theory
... > social science subjects > communication and media studies > communication studies > communication theory > theory, metatheory, methodology, and inquiry > discourse theory
... > social science subjects > communication and media studies > communication studies > communication theory > interpersonal concepts > discourse theory
... > social science subjects > communication and media studies > communication studies > communication theory > critical orientations > discourse theory

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discourse theory  

Definition

  • Discourse analysis is a term that comprises many different approaches to language, both in theory and in method. Some approaches find their provenance in linguistics and literary studies, yet others in sociology, psychology, or anthropology. [Source: Encyclopedia of Communication Theory; Discourse Theory and Analysis]

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