Modern Languages and Cultures |
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 | LANGUAGE & SOCIETY | ||
Code | GRMN313 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr UAE Bavendiek Modern Languages and Cultures U.Bavendiek@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2019-20 | Level 6 FHEQ | Second Semester | 15 |
Pre-requisites before taking this module (other modules and/or general educational/academic requirements): |
Modules for which this module is a pre-requisite: |
Co-requisite modules: |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
10 |
12 |
22 | ||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 128 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Presentation There is a resit opportunity. This is not an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :Semester 2 | 20 minutes | 20 | ||||
Essay 1 There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :Semester 2 | 1500 words | 40 | ||||
Essay 2 There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :Semester 2 | 1500 words | 40 |
Aims |
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To familiarise students with key concepts in sociolinguistics; To e nable students to apply key concepts in the analysis of samples of the German language and in the discussion of the social relevance of language variations; To develop an understanding of the link between language and (national) identity and the role of German in Germany, Austria and Switzerland; To develop an understanding of the importance of the German language and its variations for the identity of individual speakers; To develop an understanding of recent language changes and their causes and perceptions in society. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Understand sociolinguistic concepts such as dialect or sociolect and their significance as social markers in society. |
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(LO2) Recognise features of certain variations of the language. |
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(LO3) Understand the role that language plays for individual, group and national identity. |
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(LO4) Demonstrate a critical understanding of EU language policies and their effects. |
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(LO5) Understand how language works to change or maintain power relations. |
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(S1) Critical thinking and problem solving - Critical analysis |
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(S2) Global citizenship - Understanding of equality and diversity |
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(S3) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Presentation skills – oral |
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(S4) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Presentation skills - written |
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(S5) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Influencing skills – argumentation |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method 1 - Lecture Teaching Method 2 - Seminar |
Syllabus |
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Topics covered during the module may include: Introduction to sociolinguistic concepts; Language and national identity: German as a pluricentric language; Language and identity; Language and power; Revision and conclusion. |
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. |