Chapter Name: Identify and explain the values, attitudes and assumptions in texts
Description:Learners explore how to detect underlying values, attitudes, and assumptions within texts.
Purpuse:To enhance understanding of the deeper implications and biases present in texts.
Rational:Recognizing these elements promotes critical thinking and awareness of diverse perspectives.
Chapters Topics
An understanding of surface and embedded meaning in the text is reflected in presentations of viewpoints.
Demonstrate awareness of both obvious and hidden messages when presenting interpretations of a text.
Values and views in selected texts are identified and explained in terms of the impact on meaning and target audience.
Identify cultural, ideological, or emotional biases and their effect on message interpretation.
Evidence cited from texts in defence of a position is relevant.
Use appropriate, well-chosen evidence from the text to support arguments or viewpoints.