Critical Discourse Analysis as an Approach for Enhancing Critical Awareness The study case of Third-Year Literature Class at English department at Ghardaia University

Abstract

This study investigates the use of Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA) as an approach to enhance critical awareness among third-year students in literature class at the English Department of Ghardaia University. The research aims to determine the role of teaching CDA in fostering critical thinking beyond textual analysis. Employing a mixed method approach, the study combines qualitative procedures for data gathering and analysis. Forty third-year students participated in an online questionnaire, revealing that teaching CDA effectively enhances students’ critical awareness. The findings highlighted the significance of CDA in promoting critical thinking among students.