Critical discourse examines how language is used to construct power relations, ideologies, and social inequalities. It moves beyond simply analyzing the linguistic features of text and speech to investigate the historical, social, and political contexts that shape communication and, conversely, how communication shapes those contexts. This field is vitally important for understanding how meaning is negotiated, how dominant narratives are maintained, and how resistance is articulated across various domains – from political rhetoric and media representation to everyday conversations and educational practices. Key areas of focus include discourse analysis, sociolinguistics, critical linguistics, power dynamics, hegemony, and framing. Researchers employ methodologies like textual analysis, conversation analysis, and multimodal analysis to uncover hidden assumptions and biases embedded within language. Understanding critical discourse is crucial for scholars in fields like communication studies, sociology, political science, and education, as well as for practitioners seeking to promote social justice and challenge oppressive systems. In this section of our website, we provide a comprehensive library featuring the latest graduation theses, master’s dissertations, and doctoral theses covering critical discourse, available for download in PDF format.