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COURSE DESCRIPTION

ITP 231 — Theories of Discourse Analysis  (3 cr)

This course will provide an introduction to discourse analysis as practiced by working interpreters. The primary focus will be to distinguish between different discourse analysis models and apply their ideas to the study and use of American Sign Language. Students will also be introduced to finding meaning, using appropriate ASL syntax, and how to use visualization and mind mapping for determining source message and constructing a target message. Prerequisite: ASL& 221 (SFCC)
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