Workshop "Speculation through Conditionals and Modals" (04.12.2019)
Whichever written discourse in the academic discipline you endeavour to undertake, be it linguistic, cultural or scientific, you will be interpreting the results of your study and drawing conclusions. Therefore, it is vital to apply tentative language in order to indicate their speculative nature. Crucially, these methods of speculation should be used judiciously. Otherwise, if they are employed excessively, they are likely to undermine the persuasive capability of your argument. In contrast, the lack of speculation may be regarded as an attempt to impose your views on the reader, who might falsely regard them as facts. In this practical workshop, we will analyse various ways of speculation within the academic context and develop its use strategically, effectively as well as accurately in order to make the intended impression on the reader.
Working language: English
Time: 04 December 2019, 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Location: 11 Pokrovsky Boulevard, Room K 416
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