English Language A-Level
Discourse and ideology
What Discourse and ideology means in English Language A-Level, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Discourse and ideology
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A patterned way of talking and thinking about a topic, carrying assumptions, values and typical vocabulary.
Topics that use Discourse and ideology
- Writing skills (AQA A-Level)
Related terms
- Accessibility and register
- Audience and purpose
- Evidence-based discussion of language issues
- Evidence-based interpretation
- Form and genre conventions
- Positioning and reader address
- Academic register and cohesion
- Accuracy in public communication
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