Words That Shape Worlds: A Lecture Series by Teun A. van Dijk

Join us for an enlightening lecture series with Teun A. van Dijk, a renowned scholar in Social Sciences and a pioneer of Critical Discourse Studies. This video captures his exclusive return to Prague after more than 40 years, as he delivers his insights at Charles University.
Lecture 1: The Role of Critical Discourse Studies in Social Sciences
In this lecture, van Dijk explores the crucial role that Critical Discourse Studies play within the broader social sciences. He delves into how this field helps us understand and analyze the intricate connections between language, power, and society, demonstrating its relevance and application across various subfields.
Lecture 2: Decoding the Far Right: A Discursive Perspective
Van Dijk provides an in-depth analysis of the far-right ideologies through the lens of discourse. This lecture examines the language and rhetoric used by far-right movements, uncovering their strategies and the impact of their discourse on society.