Advanced Researches in Philosophy of Language
aaltinors@gsu.edu.tr
Content
Objective
Examination of the main conceptions of the philosophy of language in the 20th century.
Course Content
Themes in the Philosophy of Language from Bergson to Searle.
Course Learning Outcomes
Students taking this course
1. Obtain basic information on the subject and scope of philosophy of language.
2. Have an understanding of the problems of philosophy d of language.
3. Obtain information about the main contemporary philosophers who have expressed their opinions in the field of the philosophy of language.
Teaching and Learning Methods
Informal conference, questions and answers, discussion.
References
-Taylan Altuğ, Dile Gelen Felsefe
-Sylvain Auroux avec la collaboration de Jacques Deschamps, Djamel Kouloughli, La Philosophie du Langage
-Frédéric Nef, Le Langage: une approche philosophique
-İlhan İnan, Dil Felsefesi:
https://www.academia.edu/2060695/Dil_Felsefesi_A_Philosophy_of_Language_Textbook_in_Turkish
-Atakan Altınörs, 50 Soruda Dil Felsefesi
Weekly Contents
| Week | Weekly Contents |
|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to contemporary philosophy of language |
| 2 | Bergson: language as a possibility and an obstacle |
| 3 | Saussure and the birth of structuralism |
| 4 | Ricoeur and structuralism |
| 5 | Austin and speech acts theory |
| 6 | Searle : from speech acts to social ontology |
| 7 | Chomsky and the Cartesian philosophy of language |
| 8 | Pinker: Linguistic instinct |
| 9 | Evans: the language myth |
| 10 | Current approaches to the problem of the origin of language |
| 11 | Derrida |
| 12 | discussion |
| 13 | discussion |
| 14 | discussion |
Assessment System
| Activities | Number | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Contribution of in-term studies to overall grade | 1 | 50 |
| Contribution of final exam to overall grade | 1 | 50 |
| Total | 2 | 100 |
| Activities | Number | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Assignments | 0 | 0 |
| Presentation | 1 | 50 |
| Midterm Examinations (including preparation) | 0 | 0 |
| Project | 0 | 0 |
| Laboratory | 0 | 0 |
| Other Applications | 0 | 0 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 |
| Term Paper/ Project | 0 | 0 |
| Portfolio Study | 0 | 0 |
| Reports | 1 | 50 |
| Learning Diary | 0 | 0 |
| Thesis/ Project | 0 | 0 |
| Seminar | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 0 | 0 |
| Make-up | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 2 | 100 |
Relation of Proficiency
| No | Program Learning Outcomes | Contribution | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
| 1 | Demonstrate that they are able to successfully navigate the historical and disciplinary branches of philosophy and different philosophical approaches, showing knowledge of the breadth and depth of the discipline. | X | ||||
| 2 | Demonstrate how to locate a particular topic within its relevant larger philosophical context. | X | ||||
| 3 | Use conceptual frameworks including epistemological, metaphysical, ethical, and other philosophical specializations. | X | ||||
| 4 | Explains the history or genealogy of ideas and concepts. | X | ||||
| 5 | Display acuity and expertise in logical reasoning and philosophical analysis. | X | ||||
| 6 | Demonstrate the ability to effectively navigate both the library and online research tools. Locate and evaluate relevant scholarly books and articles. Distinguishes between primary and secondary sources. | X | ||||
| 7 | Display the ability to communicate complex arguments and concepts effectively, both orally and in writing. Present arguments in a clear and straightforward manner. Clearly identifie and communicate central ideas. | X | ||||
ECTS
| Activities | Number | Period | Total Workload |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Working Hours out of Class | 14 | 1 | 14 |
| Assignments | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Presentation | 1 | 20 | 20 |
| Midterm Examinations (including preparation) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Project | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Laboratory | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other Applications | 14 | 1 | 14 |
| Final Examinations (including preparation) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Term Paper/ Project | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Portfolio Study | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Reports | 1 | 40 | 40 |
| Learning Diary | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Thesis/ Project | 14 | 4 | 56 |
| Seminar | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 14 | 1 | 14 |
| Make-up | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Workload | 200 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 | 8.00 | ||
| Credits ECTS | 8 | ||