122210 VO Communication, Code and Culture (2021W)
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Note: The time of your registration within the registration period has no effect on the allocation of places (no first come, first served).
Details
Language: English
Examination dates
Wednesday
26.01.2022
09:45 - 11:15
Digital
Monday
14.03.2022
12:00 - 13:30
Digital
Monday
09.05.2022
12:00 - 13:00
Digital
Tuesday
28.06.2022
12:00 - 13:30
Digital
Lecturers
Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N
Wednesday 9:45-11:15 online
Wednesday
06.10.
09:45 - 11:15
Digital
Wednesday
13.10.
09:45 - 11:15
Digital
Wednesday
20.10.
09:45 - 11:15
Digital
Wednesday
27.10.
09:45 - 11:15
Digital
Wednesday
03.11.
09:45 - 11:15
Digital
Wednesday
10.11.
09:45 - 11:15
Digital
Wednesday
17.11.
09:45 - 11:15
Digital
Wednesday
24.11.
09:45 - 11:15
Digital
Wednesday
01.12.
09:45 - 11:15
Digital
Wednesday
15.12.
09:45 - 11:15
Digital
Wednesday
12.01.
09:45 - 11:15
Digital
Wednesday
19.01.
09:45 - 11:15
Digital
Information
Aims, contents and method of the course
By the end of the course, you should be able to:• explain for the general audience what types of information we communicate through language beyond the literal meaning• name the main loci of variation in our linguistic codes• discuss at the current level of scientific understanding several examples of how language is employed by our culture for different purposes• read a sophisticated linguistic research article outside of your area of direct competence: you will learn to identify what is important for you as a reader, and where and how to ask for the help of a specialistThe written exam for the class will test the above four skills.
Assessment and permitted materials
written "take-home" final exam that involves essay questions testing the mastery of the course learning goals named in the description
Minimum requirements and assessment criteria
Mindestanforderungen und Beurteilungsmaßstab
Participants will be expected to demonstrate critical thinking and a sufficient degree of familarity with the topics discussed in the lecture by passing the final test.
Minimum for pass grade: 60%
1: 90-100%
2: 80-89%
3: 70-79%
4: 60-69%
5: 0-59%
Participants will be expected to demonstrate critical thinking and a sufficient degree of familarity with the topics discussed in the lecture by passing the final test.
Minimum for pass grade: 60%
1: 90-100%
2: 80-89%
3: 70-79%
4: 60-69%
5: 0-59%
Examination topics
Readings for the course, plus the material discussed in class and the understanding built in the interactive class sessions. As the exam tests skills as well as knowledge, class participation will be crucial for successful completion of the exam.
Reading list
See the reading list in the syllabus. The readings will be made available electronically through Moodle and the university library.
Association in the course directory
Studium: MA 812 (2); MA 844; UF MA 046/507
Code/Modul: MA M01; UF MA 1A, 4B
Lehrinhalt: 12-0113
Code/Modul: MA M01; UF MA 1A, 4B
Lehrinhalt: 12-0113
Last modified: Fr 12.05.2023 00:16