Universität Wien

134074 KU Afrikaans in context: Culture and Literature through the Eye of a Camera (2019S)

5.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 13 - Finno-Ugristik, Nederlandistik, Skandinavistik und Vergl.Literaturw.
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

Tuesday 05.03. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum 6 Hauptgebäude, Tiefparterre Stiege 9 Hof 5
Tuesday 19.03. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum 6 Hauptgebäude, Tiefparterre Stiege 9 Hof 5
Tuesday 26.03. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum 6 Hauptgebäude, Tiefparterre Stiege 9 Hof 5
Tuesday 02.04. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum 6 Hauptgebäude, Tiefparterre Stiege 9 Hof 5
Tuesday 09.04. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum 6 Hauptgebäude, Tiefparterre Stiege 9 Hof 5
Tuesday 30.04. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum 6 Hauptgebäude, Tiefparterre Stiege 9 Hof 5
Tuesday 07.05. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum 6 Hauptgebäude, Tiefparterre Stiege 9 Hof 5
Tuesday 14.05. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum 6 Hauptgebäude, Tiefparterre Stiege 9 Hof 5
Friday 17.05. 11:30 - 13:00 Seminarraum 6 Hauptgebäude, Tiefparterre Stiege 9 Hof 5
Tuesday 21.05. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum 6 Hauptgebäude, Tiefparterre Stiege 9 Hof 5
Friday 24.05. 11:30 - 13:00 Seminarraum 6 Hauptgebäude, Tiefparterre Stiege 9 Hof 5
Tuesday 28.05. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum 6 Hauptgebäude, Tiefparterre Stiege 9 Hof 5
Tuesday 04.06. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum 6 Hauptgebäude, Tiefparterre Stiege 9 Hof 5
Friday 07.06. 11:30 - 13:00 Seminarraum 6 Hauptgebäude, Tiefparterre Stiege 9 Hof 5
Tuesday 18.06. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum 6 Hauptgebäude, Tiefparterre Stiege 9 Hof 5
Tuesday 25.06. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum 6 Hauptgebäude, Tiefparterre Stiege 9 Hof 5

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

Unterlagen:
1. Ein Skriptum zur Vorlesung: Catharina Loader, Werkboek II Afrikaanse taal en kultuur. Dieses wird zu Semesterbeginn verteilt.
2. Neben der Anmeldung in UNIVIS ist auch eine Anmeldung in Moodle erforderlich.

Association in the course directory

Modul 14

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