Universität Wien

340138 VO Lingua-franca communication and Global English (2013W)

2.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 34 - Translationswissenschaft
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Details

max. 1000 participants
Language: English

Examination dates

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

  • Wednesday 09.10. 10:30 - 12:00 Hörsaal 5 ZfT Philippovichgasse 11, 1.OG
  • Wednesday 16.10. 10:30 - 12:00 Hörsaal 5 ZfT Philippovichgasse 11, 1.OG
  • Wednesday 23.10. 10:30 - 12:00 Hörsaal 5 ZfT Philippovichgasse 11, 1.OG
  • Wednesday 30.10. 10:30 - 12:00 Hörsaal 5 ZfT Philippovichgasse 11, 1.OG
  • Wednesday 06.11. 10:30 - 12:00 Hörsaal 5 ZfT Philippovichgasse 11, 1.OG
  • Wednesday 13.11. 10:30 - 12:00 Hörsaal 5 ZfT Philippovichgasse 11, 1.OG
  • Wednesday 20.11. 10:30 - 12:00 Hörsaal 5 ZfT Philippovichgasse 11, 1.OG
  • Wednesday 04.12. 10:30 - 12:00 Hörsaal 5 ZfT Philippovichgasse 11, 1.OG
  • Wednesday 11.12. 10:30 - 12:00 Hörsaal 5 ZfT Philippovichgasse 11, 1.OG
  • Wednesday 18.12. 10:30 - 12:00 Hörsaal 5 ZfT Philippovichgasse 11, 1.OG
  • Wednesday 08.01. 10:30 - 12:00 Hörsaal 5 ZfT Philippovichgasse 11, 1.OG
  • Wednesday 15.01. 10:30 - 12:00 Hörsaal 5 ZfT Philippovichgasse 11, 1.OG
  • Wednesday 22.01. 10:30 - 12:00 Hörsaal 5 ZfT Philippovichgasse 11, 1.OG
  • Wednesday 29.01. 10:30 - 12:00 Hörsaal 5 ZfT Philippovichgasse 11, 1.OG

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

Exploration of English as a global lingua franca in various fields such as business, science, and international relations; historical development; varieties of English; the role of economic and political power; global culture and cultural identity; the pros and cons of having a global language; challenges of lingua-franca communication.

Assessment and permitted materials

End-of-semester exam (multiple choice); exam in English.

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

To introduce students to important concepts regarding lingua-franca communication and English as a global language; to raise students’ awareness of the importance of being able to apply English as a lingua franca; to highlight special issues that might arise when using English as a lingua franca; to accustom students to listening to theoretical concepts and practical examples in English.

Examination topics

Lecture and presentation of contents. Course held in English.

Reading list

To be announced in class.

Association in the course directory

Last modified: Mo 07.09.2020 15:45