Universität Wien

130074 KU Afrikaans: Culture and Literature through the Eye of a Camera. (2018S)

5.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 13 - Europäische und Vergleichende Sprach- und Literaturwissenschaft
Continuous assessment of course work

Voranmeldung erforderlich.
Voraussetzungen: Verständnis von Deutsch und Englisch.
Weitere Informationen: catharina.e.loader@univie.ac.at
Moodle

Registration/Deregistration

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: Afrikaans, German, English

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

Stichwörter:
Orientierung Kulturkunde Südafrikas (English und Deutsch und Afrikaans)
Filme, Gedichte, Überlieferungen, Geschichte, Bevölkerungsgruppen
Moodle Unterstützung

  • Wednesday 07.03. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum, UZA Augasse 2-6, 5.Stock Kern C SR5.47
  • Wednesday 14.03. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum, UZA Augasse 2-6, 5.Stock Kern C SR5.47
  • Wednesday 21.03. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum, UZA Augasse 2-6, 5.Stock Kern C SR5.47
  • Wednesday 11.04. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum, UZA Augasse 2-6, 5.Stock Kern C SR5.47
  • Wednesday 18.04. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum, UZA Augasse 2-6, 5.Stock Kern C SR5.47
  • Wednesday 25.04. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum, UZA Augasse 2-6, 5.Stock Kern C SR5.47
  • Wednesday 02.05. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum, UZA Augasse 2-6, 5.Stock Kern C SR5.47
  • Wednesday 09.05. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum, UZA Augasse 2-6, 5.Stock Kern C SR5.47
  • Wednesday 16.05. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum, UZA Augasse 2-6, 5.Stock Kern C SR5.47
  • Wednesday 23.05. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum, UZA Augasse 2-6, 5.Stock Kern C SR5.47
  • Wednesday 30.05. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum, UZA Augasse 2-6, 5.Stock Kern C SR5.47
  • Wednesday 06.06. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum, UZA Augasse 2-6, 5.Stock Kern C SR5.47
  • Wednesday 13.06. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum, UZA Augasse 2-6, 5.Stock Kern C SR5.47
  • Wednesday 20.06. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum, UZA Augasse 2-6, 5.Stock Kern C SR5.47
  • Wednesday 27.06. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum, UZA Augasse 2-6, 5.Stock Kern C SR5.47

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

These lectures provide an overview of the development of Afrikaans language, culture and literature in a South African context. The historical developments as well as the traditions of different population groups living in the country are highlighted. Several literary genres, such as oral traditions, poetry and prose will be addressed. Movies receive special attention in the course where the influence of culture on this art form is investigated.

Assessment and permitted materials

Written exercises and adjudication during the semester. Oral and/or written examination on theoretical aspects of language, culture and literature. Written essay(s) and/or presentation of a oral paper/project on a selected topic. If you have Afrikaans language skills, you can improve your translation skills with exercises.

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

Students should be orientated in the cultural heritage of South Africa and the consequences of the social, political and economic conditions of the country. A working knowledge of the development of Afrikaans language and literature is required. Marks are given for assignments, participation in class and possible projects.

Examination topics

Introductory lectures on the different themes.
Workbook with summaries, exercises and handouts.
E-learning program provides support.
Utility literature when necessary.

Reading list

Documents:
1. A script as addition to the lectures: Catharina Loader, Werkboek II Afrikaanse taal en kultuur. This will be distributed at the beginning of the semester.
2.In addition to logging into UNIVIS, you must also log into Moodle.

Association in the course directory

Modul 14

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