Language and Literature in the English-speaking World
KNOWELDGE
The student has:
- basic knowledge of language structures in English (syntax) and conventions for language use (pragmatics)
- knowledge about the development of English as a World Language, English as an International Language (EIL), and intercultural communication
- knowledge of how oral and written language can be integrated into meaningful activities
- knowledge about children’s and young adult literature and the cultural context for each text
- basic knowledge about theories in second language acquisition and about the psychology and social contexts of second language acquisition
- knowledge of academic language and academic skills
SKILLS:
The student can:
- communicate in English with precision, fluency, and coherence
- explain the structures of the English language and how the language is used in different contexts
- use precise and appropriate terminology in describing language, second language acquisition, and culture
- analyze and critically evaluate children’s and young adult literature
GENERAL COMPETENCIES:
The student can:
- communicate relevant academic subject matter, both orally and in writing, adapted to target group and situation
- reflect on his or her own learning and development
- understand relevant academic discourse
Students will receive a detailed syllabus and course schedule for each semester. It is expected that all requisite texts are read in advance of each class meeting, and that students arrive prepared for active participation in class discussions and other course activities.
The course will consist of lectures, seminars, individual and group activities, and classes will be delivered online only.
Assignments not completed by the given deadline will not be graded, nor will extra tutoring be offered. Students are individually responsible to stay current on announcements, scheduled lectures, and distributed texts.
Attendance is mandatory, a concept based on the principle of joint responsibility both for one's own learning as well as that of others.
OD: Mandatory participation, 80 %: Approved / Not Approved.
York Trip / Substitute Assignment (OD) : Approved / Not Approved
AK: Obligatory assignment: Approved / Not Approved.
Obligatory participation and assessment tasks must be approved to receive the final grade
HJ: Written home exam in language, 6 hours, 80 % of letter grade, A-F
MU: Oral exam in literature, 20 % of letter grade, A-F
Written school exam in language: none
Oral exam in literature: none
Generating an answer using ChatGPT or similar artificial intelligence and submitting it wholly or partially as one's own answer is considered cheating
