Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | Multilingualism in Society | ||
Code | ENGL279 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr S Gao English Shuang.Gao@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2021-22 | Level 5 FHEQ | Second Semester | 30 |
Aims |
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To introduce students to sociolinguistic and ethnographic approaches to the study of multilingualism; to cultivate an understanding of how multiple languages are managed in society; and to develop critical understanding of the differentiated evaluation and use of multilingual varieties. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Demonstrate a good understanding of the major theoretical concepts in the study of multilingualism |
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(LO2) Be able to discuss with insights some of the main ways multilingualism is studied |
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(LO3) Have a clear understanding of the management, evaluation, and use of multiple languages in society |
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(LO4) Be able to apply relevant theoretical concepts and research methods to the analysis of multilingualism as observed in everyday life |
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(S1) Problem solving skills |
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(S2) Teamwork |
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(S3) Communication skills |
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(S4) Critical thinking |
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(S5) Project management |
Syllabus |
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Diglossia, language endangerment and death, language maintenance and shift, language policy, multilingual education, linguistic citizenship, code-switching and crossing, and linguistic landscape. |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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1-hour tutorial with small group 2 x 1-hour remote online workshops with whole cohort |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
11 |
22 |
33 | ||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 267 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 300 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Take-home paper, 48 hours duration, re-sit opportunity, anonymous. | 1300-1500 words | 55 | ||||
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Research project There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment. | 4000-4500 words | 45 | ||||
Presentation. There is no resit opportunity. | 15 minutes | 0 |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |