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Discourse Analysis

What is discourse analysis?

Discourse analysis is an interdisciplinary qualitative research methodology that draws on philosophy, sociology, politics, and other critical perspectives to analyse language and social meaning in texts. Texts can be written language, body language, imagery, sounds, interpersonal interactions, colours, and more. 

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What is critical discursive psychology?

Critical discursive psychology uses discourse analysis in its examination of psychological and psychiatric narratives and concepts. Rather than study people or human behaviour, critical psychology turns the lens to the profession and discipline itself. It focuses on and challenges issues around power and oppression in the psy disciplines. 

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I often get asked for support and advice around completing a discourse analysis and getting it published. The problem is that a one-off conversation or reading suggestion isn't really enough to get your head around the methodology, let alone feel confident in using it. I'm currently in the process of creating a comprehensive online course, so until that is completed, here is what is currently available with me and via psygentra. 

Resources and Support

Lectures

Watch our pre-recorded lectures on discourse analysis by clicking the links below. To see our full selection of online lectures, go to our Lecture Library.

Discourse Analysis and Science Fiction Texts
23:37

Discourse Analysis and Science Fiction Texts

Dr. Jem Tosh explains several key concepts when using discourse analysis. They do this using multiple examples from media texts, more specifically, science fiction films and television shows. If you're new to discourse analysis or you're curious about how to use the method, this introductory lecture is for you. (23 mins) Key Concepts: (1) Discursive objects and subjects, (2) natural and human kinds, (3) texts and discourse. Reviews: ***** 'It's a f*cking masterpiece!' - F., N. Ireland ***** 'Brilliant!' - K., Canada Individual version for personal use. To show the presentation at schools, universities, workplaces, or other groups, you can use our institutional version available on our website.
Discourse Analysis and Horror Texts
22:45

Discourse Analysis and Horror Texts

This is the second in our discourse analysis key concepts series. Dr. Jem Tosh uses examples from horror films and television shows to explain themes and narratives in discourse analysis. They demonstrate through multiple examples what these concepts are and how to draw them out of texts. This is an introductory lecture for those new to the topic. (22+ mins) Key Concepts: (1) Themes, (2) Narratives. Content Warning: Lecture contains discussion of violence, abuse in childhood, and s*xual abuse. Individual version for personal use. To show the lecture at schools, universities, workplaces, or other groups, you can use the institutional version available on our website.
Discourse Analysis and Crime Drama
39:48

Discourse Analysis and Crime Drama

In this lecture Dr. Jem Tosh draws on examples from crime drama to explain the concepts of subject positioning and practice in discourse analysis. She critiques the genre and texts themselves as well as demonstrating how to apply these concepts to written text. From Law & Order to Sherlock Holmes, this one's for the amateur sleuths. Key Concepts: (1) Subject Positions, (2) Practice. Content warning: Lecture includes discussion of murder, childhood s*xual abuse, su*cide, and racism. Individual version for personal use. To show the lecture at schools, universities, workplaces, or other groups, you can use the institutional version available on our website.

Study Groups

Study Groups run on the first and third Mondays of the month, except during holidays.

  • Discourse Analysis Reading Group

    Available Online

    Get help with the theoretical foundations of discursive psychology.

    37.50 Canadian dollars

also known as Dr. Jemma Tosh (deadname)

One-to-One Consultations

Regular support is often needed when learning about discourse analysis. 

  • Research Consultation

    Available Online

    Get advice and feedback on your project.

    1 hr

    From 90 Canadian dollars

Books

Each of my books are an example of discourse analysis. They also include explanations and discussions of key concepts related to critical discursive psychology and feminist psychology.

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