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Factors influencing the learning of a second language. An analysis of the language profiles of two subjects

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Factors influencing the learning of a second language. An analysis of the language profiles of two subjects

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Seminar paper from the year 2018 in the subject Speech Science / Linguistics, grade: 1, University of Malta (Linguistics), course: ENG 2030 Second Language Acquisition of English, language: English, abstract: Although the study of Second Language Acquisition (SLA) started already in the late 1960s, there is still a lot of incongruency on the subject. Each person seems to differ in his/her respective SLA process, which makes it hard or even impossible to come to an overall truth about how SLA works. Although studies conducted in the last decades might not have led to any overall conclusion, they have verified and falsified different theories, showing that they do not hold true in every case. From the myriad of different theories and resulting studies, a few will be discussed in connection to the SLA processes of two subjects, which are presented in this case study. In the first part of the paper, the language profiles of each of the two subjects will be analyzed, taking various theories into account and trying to come to an understanding of what have been the causes and effects of their respective language profiles. In the second part, both profiles will be compared. In the conclusion, the most important assumptions will be revised, and a final statement will be drawn.

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3668888825

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Designing a New Structure of Text World Theory (TWT)

An Analysis of the Novella "The Penelopiad" by Margaret Atwood

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Designing a New Structure of Text World Theory (TWT)

An Analysis of the Novella "The Penelopiad" by Margaret Atwood

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Academic Paper from the year 2018 in the subject Speech Science / Linguistics, grade: 1, University of Malta, course: ENG 3016 Language and the Literary Mind, language: English, abstract: The present work takes a closer look at Text World Theory through analysing Margaret Atwood’s novella "The Penelopiad". Text World Theory (TWT) analyses the mental representations human beings create when indulging in any kind of discourse, the written as well as the spoken one. It structures these mental representations in worlds which have a certain hierarchy between each other. Since Professor Paul Werth developed this theory in the 1980s and 1990s, it has been revised and restructured several times. The question arises whether the structure of TWT is still in need of improvement, as Werth’s three-dimensional structure already proved to be unsatisfactory to some text-world researchers, like Joanna Gavins. To answer this question, I will look at the mental representation of worlds Margaret Atwood’s novella "The Penelopiad" is able to generate. I am going to argue that this novella is proof that there can be more than one Text World (TW). From these TW, further types of worlds can be created, like Sub-Worlds (SW), Possible Worlds (PW) and in-Text Worlds (iTW), a term which I personally coined. I will try to prove that the major difference between TW and the other world types is the point of view from which they are told. As the size of the assignment does not allow to analyze the whole TWT structure of "The Penelopiad" in depth, I am going to concentrate on certain aspects only. First of all, it will be the structure in a whole that is going to be the focus and not the content of the single worlds. Furthermore, the parts which deviate from the traditional structure of TWT will be granted more attention than those which overlap it. Finally, only the worlds which are told from Penelope’s perspective will be analyzed. This implies that the TW of the Maids (TW4) will just be mentioned, but not analyzed. Consequently, a lot of this topic will still be open for discussion. "The Penelopiad" is suitable for a TWT analysis as it is set in the particular domain of gender studies.

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3668889260

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How gender inequality gets transmitted from movies to reality. Analyzing the movie "Wall Street" (1987)

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How gender inequality gets transmitted from movies to reality. Analyzing the movie "Wall Street" (1987)

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Seminar paper from the year 2016 in the subject Sociology - Relationships and Family, grade: 3, University of Innsbruck (Amerikanistik), course: American Cultures: Films that Make a Difference: American Ideals and Ideal Americans in Hollywood Cinema, language: English, abstract: The aim of this research paper is to prove that movies have a great influence on how women and men see themselves in real life and that they reinforce gender difference by stereotyping the characters. It will be further suggested that these seemingly superficial differences do indeed make damages in real life. Humankind has always tried to improve in every possible sector. That is how ideals and standards came into being and are still held up today. These ideals reflect our collective thoughts and capture the Zeitgeist of the era and place we live in. Because of that, being American, as for being Italian or Chinese, has a certain connotation to it. A certain architype of man and a certain one of woman has also been transmitted from one generation to the other. This is best displayed in movies, as it is one of the propagandistic tools which shows to the world the face of the own nation. Therefore, the essence of what it means to be manly or womanly in America was transmitted through the actors/actresses from the early stages of Hollywood filmmaking. Not only do movies “seemingly” represent our reality, our desires and thoughts but it, first and foremost, creates those desires. Humans are of an imitative nature and will copy whatever they see and take, for example, films as an unchangeable reality. Furthermore, as we are talking about short film sequences and not everyday life, it is difficult to reach the standards which are displayed in movies, as for clothing, money, looks and behavior. This will lead to people getting really influenced by movies and consequently frustrated when they realize that the ideals cannot be easily reached. First, a definition of gender in general and the different nuances of manliness and womanliness will be given, following a chapter about how we underestimate the power which movies exert over our lives. In a brief section it will be explained how gender differences were portrayed in movies, from the beginning of Hollywood cinema till the making of “Wall Street” (1987). To round out the topic with a good example, the film “Wall Street” of the year 1987 will be analyzed, looking at the gender stereotypes that leak out. Last but not least, a light will be shed on the real life situation in Wall Street around that time and nowadays, focusing on the gender inequality that reign in this working space.

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3668867933

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Factors influencing the learning of a second language. An analysis of the language profiles of two subjects

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Exploitation of Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) through the Entertainment Industry

The Depiction of DID in the TV Series "Mr. Robot"

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Exploitation of Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) through the Entertainment Industry

The Depiction of DID in the TV Series "Mr. Robot"

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Academic Paper from the year 2017 in the subject Communications - Ethics in the Media, grade: 3, University of Innsbruck (American Studies), course: American Literature and Culture: America Through the Small Screen: Television and Its Transformations, language: English, abstract: The present work analyzes the exploitation of dissociative identity disorder (DID) through the entertainment industry, with a special focus on the depiction of DID in the TV series "Mr. Robot". Human mankind is known to be easy to bribe, but the impact these corrupt actions have on people are almost always blinded out. This also happens in the film industry where topics get exploited and distorted to make them as interesting as possible. In the end, little remains of the truth, but the spectator often does not know that and takes what is shown on screen as reality. This has also happened to a disease called "dissociative identity disorder". A high percentage of people are not even aware of this disease, and when they see it in movies or series they either believe it to be fantasy or they stick to the depiction given by the film, without even going further into the topic. As the depiction of the afflicted people is often one of a crazy, uncontrollable or ridiculous split personality, like in Robert Louis Stevenson’s novella "The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde", dating back to 1886, and in movies like "Psycho", "Fight Club", "Me myself and Irene" and many more, it can have a huge negative impact on people with DID. To undo these movies which have already been created is impossible, but we still have the present to change people’s minds and lives. Therefore, it is important to examine everything that appears on television about this topic, and as "Mr. Robot" is a fairly new series and a third season will be aired in future, the question arises if this series too has been exploiting and distorting DID for the sake of entertainment; hence, this is the question this paper is aimed to answer. In order to properly analyze "Mr. Robot", first a detailed definition of dissociative identity disorder will be given to understand what DID is really all about. Secondly, an examination about two fairly recent examples of the exploitation of DID will follow to make sure the reader of this paper understands how reckless the filming industry can sometimes be. The last chapter will exclusively be about the series "Mr. Robot" and its depiction of dissociative identity disorder, following the topic question.

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3668912491

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Why children's and adults' code switching ought to be treated alike

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Why children's and adults' code switching ought to be treated alike

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Academic Paper from the year 2016 in the subject Speech Science / Linguistics, grade: 1, University of Innsbruck (English Linguistics), course: Systemic and/or Applied English Linguistics: Language Development in Multilingual Children, language: English, abstract: Even if there has been a change in time, code switching in children, in contrast to adults’ code switching, is still regarded as a ‘problem’ by several people, professionals included. Even if the idea that a child should learn to answer in the appropriate language is per se right, it was the context in which it all happened which was wrong. Some people in my town believed that in a German-speaking kindergarten Italian shouldn’t be used as it would contaminate the language of other children. This is not a single case but part of a large number of misconceptions which have led parents and teachers to think of code-switching as a kind of linguistic disorder and, consequently, sending children to professionals, who might also not fully understand the field of code-switching. This can lead to wrong assumptions, stigmatizing children who are intrinsically ‘normal’ as ‘bad’ speakers. All this fears don’t apply to adults’ code-switching as it is seen as something more rule-governed. That is why the aim of this research paper is to present several arguments to support the idea that code-switching in multilingual children is not the result of a lack of proficiency, but rather the consequence of a strategic use of both languages to facilitate the achievement of linguistic and social goals (Bullock 2009). Furthermore, it will be argued that there are not so many differences between adults’ and children’s code/switching and that, as a consequence, they should be treated equally. To demonstrate this, several studies will be presented in which adults’ but, first and foremost, children’s code-switching fulfil a complex socio-pragmatic function. In the end, evidence shall be given to prove that a third grammar of code-switching doesn’t exist, and that therefore no description of a ‘right’ or ‘wrong’ way of code-switching can be postulated. This all shall attest that code-switching is an individual process which changes not only because of the different languages involved but also because of cultural phenomena. After a short definition of the term code-switching and its historical background, my personal connection to it will be presented, followed by the last two sections explaining the difference between adults’ and children’s code-switching through a juxtaposition of both.

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Designing a New Structure of Text World Theory (TWT)

An Analysis of the Novella "The Penelopiad" by Margaret Atwood

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An Analysis of the Novella "The Penelopiad" by Margaret Atwood

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3668889260

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About Imaginary Borders

How Language Processes Nourish Othering in Trump's Tweets

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How Language Processes Nourish Othering in Trump's Tweets

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Diploma Thesis from the year 2020 in the subject English Language and Literature Studies - Linguistics, grade: 1, University of Innsbruck, language: English, abstract: Othering is a language process which does not only occur in spoken language, but also in written. Nowadays, such a negative portrayal and creation of the perfect other is often happening in a rather hidden and indirect manner. This paper explores whether Donald J. Trump indulged in the act of Othering in his Tweets, and whether this happened in a direct or indirect way. The findings lead to an understanding whether Othering is being accepted in politics or not. What comes as a blessing has also its downsides, as not only positive but also negative opinions are omnipresent on the internet. This is due to the possibility to upload almost everything, as not every website has a way to censor inappropriate content. Furthermore, having a filter for written or pictured hate crime does not prevent it from happening as it is not always straight forward, and hateful messages can come in disguise. An uncountable number of these more or less hidden hate crimes are a sort of 'Othering' as people tend to put themselves in opposition to others to create a sense of solidarity with those who share sameness and to have some excuse to keep up power relationships. With this, it becomes clear that language itself, in the case of this paper explicitly the written one, is a powerful tool to exert authority and domination on others, especially when used by people in power, like politicians. Therefore, the question this paper tries to answer is how written discourse in the Tweets of Trump creates the feeling of separation and dominance that underlies the act of 'Othering' and whether this reflects a direct or indirect, and with this more subtle and normalized, use of power discourse. In this thesis, only those people Trump constantly portrays as dangerous foreigners, intruders, therefore not 'Americans', are included in the analysis, by looking at how he structures his discourse around them. These include Mexicans and Muslims, both to be found under the umbrella term of (illegal) immigrants.

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3346314324

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Female characters in Ngugi wa Thiong'o’s "A Grain of Wheat" and Tsitsi Dangarembga`s "Nervous Conditions"

Fighting the dual burden of oppression

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Female characters in Ngugi wa Thiong'o’s "A Grain of Wheat" and Tsitsi Dangarembga`s "Nervous Conditions"

Fighting the dual burden of oppression

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Academic Paper from the year 2018 in the subject Literature - Africa, grade: 1, University of Malta (English Culture), course: The Postcolonial Novel 1: African, language: English, abstract: The three questions this paper tries to answer are to what degree the African women in both novels are or are not being dominated, what plays a role in this power-play and whether there is a significant difference between the depiction of women in the two novels, as they are set in two different African regions, Kenya and Zimbabwe. In the first section, the historical background of both plots is outlined, followed by an analysis of selected female characters of both novels. In the last section, conclusions will be drawn comparing both novels, its characters, its authors and the respective history. Men used to, and still do to some extent, dominate the literary sphere in Africa; therefore, the depiction of women was mostly that of a dutiful wife and mother. When this one-sided standard wasn’t met, the rebellious protagonist was shown to ‘suffer the tragic fate of the non-conformist’ , which comprehended dying or being outcasted. It might seem harmless at first, as it is ‘just’ literature, but it is important to consider the influential power it has on people’s perception of the world. For this reason, it became more and more important to analyze the representation of women in books and change it to a more positive picture. As the canon of female African writers started to grow, so did the multiplicity of different depictions of female characters. This change of view was not only to be found in female authors, but in male as well. Both Ngugi wa Thiong'o’s A "Grain of Wheat" and Tsitsi Dangarembga’s "Nervous Conditions" depict different types of women and their dual struggle in finding their own female identity against both patriarchy and the colonizer.

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3668897727

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Women’s place in fiction. How Virginia Woolf prefigured theories of the second wave of feminist writers

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Women’s place in fiction. How Virginia Woolf prefigured theories of the second wave of feminist writers

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Academic Paper from the year 2018 in the subject Gender Studies, grade: 1, University of Malta (English Studies), course: ENG 2063 Theories of Literature 3: Gender and Power, language: English, abstract: This paper analyzes to what extent Woolf’s essay A Room of One’s Own had an impact on second wave feminist writers. In the first part, three of the most important theories of Woolf’s essay are outlined. In the second part, both Simone De Beauvoir’s book The Second Sex as well as Helene Cixous’ essay The Laugh of the Medusa are analyzed by looking at whether Woolf’s three theories are or are not to be found in them. The last part looks at the extent to which these three feminists shared or did not share the same opinions and at how strong Woolf’s influence on them was. The English writer and feminist Virginia Woolf has had a tremendous impact on feminists to come. While other feminists of her time still concentrated on political rights, she was already announcing topics which prefigured some of the central preoccupations of later feminists, questioning the definition of femininity and the role that patriarchy had chosen for women.

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3668903360

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How do illustrations in books influence children and sales?

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How do illustrations in books influence children and sales?

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Seminar paper from the year 2016 in the subject Literature - General, grade: 2, University of Innsbruck (American Studies), course: American Literature: Bestsellers and Canons - Popular vs. Highbrow Literature, language: English, abstract: Children’s literature has always been accompanied by illustrations to clarify or reinforce what certain passages of a text want to express. For a long time, the power of illustrations was underestimated, as pictures were mostly used as a decorative tool. With time passing, advantages were discovered regarding the reading of books that are not just adorned by illustrations but completed by them. This paper will present both the positive and negative impacts of illustrations on children, as well as their effects on adults, as they are usually the ones who make the decision about buying a book. To do so, this paper will examine the changes that illustrations in books have undergone over time. The opinions of opponents of pictures will be opposed to the view of people believing in the beneficial effects of such literature. An empirical study will try to find evidence for these perspectives. Furthermore, the connection between race and illustrations will be presented and suggestions will be made on what to pay attention to in this respect. Finally, the influence that illustrations can exert on sales will be displayed by looking at a study about children’s preferences with regard to illustration styles. To conclude, the influence of cover designs will be presented.

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3668892210

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Factors influencing the learning of a second language. An analysis of the language profiles of two subjects

Factors influencing the learning of a second language. An analysis of the language profiles of two subjects

Designing a New Structure of Text World Theory (TWT)

Designing a New Structure of Text World Theory (TWT)

How gender inequality gets transmitted from movies to reality. Analyzing the movie "Wall Street" (1987)

How gender inequality gets transmitted from movies to reality. Analyzing the movie "Wall Street" (1987)

Factors influencing the learning of a second language. An analysis of the language profiles of two subjects

Factors influencing the learning of a second language. An analysis of the language profiles of two subjects

Exploitation of Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) through the Entertainment Industry

Exploitation of Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) through the Entertainment Industry

Why children's and adults' code switching ought to be treated alike

Why children's and adults' code switching ought to be treated alike

Designing a New Structure of Text World Theory (TWT)

Designing a New Structure of Text World Theory (TWT)

About Imaginary Borders

About Imaginary Borders

Female characters in Ngugi wa Thiong'o’s "A Grain of Wheat" and Tsitsi Dangarembga`s "Nervous Conditions"

Female characters in Ngugi wa Thiong'o’s "A Grain of Wheat" and Tsitsi Dangarembga`s "Nervous Conditions"

Women’s place in fiction. How Virginia Woolf prefigured theories of the second wave of feminist writers

Women’s place in fiction. How Virginia Woolf prefigured theories of the second wave of feminist writers

How do illustrations in books influence children and sales?

How do illustrations in books influence children and sales?

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