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The concept of "occluded genres," introduced by John Swales in the context of English f...
The concept of "occluded genres," introduced by John Swales in the context of English for Academic Purposes (EAP) and genre analysis, refers to a specific category of texts that play a crucial role in the academy but are rarely seen by the public or students. Select the alternative that correctly defines these genres and provides accurate examples.
A
Occluded genres refer to oral texts produced in informal settings among students, such as hallway conversations or cafeteria chats, which are considered irrelevant for academic instruction and therefore are "hidden" from the official curriculum.
B
Occluded genres are those that support the research process but remain hidden from the public eye, often serving as gatekeeping mechanisms, such as grant proposals, manuscript submission letters, and peer review reports, which makes them difficult to teach due to the lack of available models.
C
These genres are defined by their high level of complexity and use of archaic vocabulary, such as legal statutes or old treaties, which are kept in restricted archives and are not accessible to undergraduate students for pedagogical reasons.
D
The term describes fictional genres used in creative writing classes, such as mystery novels or fantasy stories, where the plot is "occluded" or hidden to create suspense, serving as a specific tool for teaching narrative structures.
E
Occluded genres are digital texts that are encrypted for security purposes, such as password-protected databases or administrative emails within a university, which cannot be analyzed linguistically due to privacy laws.