Contemporary migration and its socio-economic consequences 1900-3-WMI-GL-W
The aim of the lecture is to deepen knowledge about the mobility of European residents and international migration in Europe. Particular attention will be paid to myths about migration and the influence of narratives on the perception of the phenomenon.
IMPORTANT: The form of the classes combines elements of a workshop, a seminar and a lecture. It requires students to work during classes and prepare for classes (e.g. reading texts in English (B2), watching a film or other visual materials, active participation in discussions)
The topics discussed during the classes concern:
1. Has "migration" become a "global challenge"? What do we know about migration movements and what do we only think we know?
2. A new map of migration in and to Europe. Is Europe ready for migration "crises"?
3. Migrant integration policy. What does integration mean and what are the differences in the perception of the integration process? What actions are being taken in European countries?
4. How to talk about migration, integration, refugees? When do facts not matter? What is the significance of media fragmentation and fake news?
5. How to discuss migration issues using film, columns, comics, tik-tok? - analysis of content and meanings.
6. How do migrants themselves talk about the experience of migration? - analysis of interviews with people with migration experience
Student workload: 2 ECTS = 2 × 25h = 50h (in direct contact 1 ECTS)
(N) - work in direct contact with the teacher,
(S) - student's own (independent) work.
Classes (lecture) = 15h (N)
Preparation for the next class (serching for data, articles, getting familiar with the literature doing exercises) 3h/week = 21 h (S)
Discussing completed homework assignments = 8 h (N)
Preparation of the project at the end of the class = 6h (S)
TOTAL = approx. 50h
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Learning outcomes
Key effects: K_W05, K_W11, K_W12 K_U01, K_U04
Specialty effects: S2_W03, S2_W05, S2_W11, S2_W13, S2_W14, S2_U04, S4_U07, S2_K01, S2_K02, S2_K06
Upon completion of the course, the student:
Knowledge
Knows and understands:
- features of contemporary migration processes in Europe
- challenges and benefits of international migration
- the diverse contexts of migration research
- is able to interpret and analyze content in available sources on migration
- understands the importance of the media in creating attitudes towards migration
Skills
Can:
- critically use scientific literature and other sources in foreign languages
- transfer knowledge to different audiences
Competences/attitudes:
The course shapes the attitude of self-deduction, openness to cultural diversity and acceptance of the rules of behaviour resulting from respect and kindness towards representatives of other cultures.
Assessment criteria
Course credit:
1. continuous evaluation, each class will be evaluated in terms of activity in discussion and preparation of students (70% of the evaluation)
2. in addition, completion of one group project task, e.g., interviewing a person with migration experience. (30% of the grade)
Final grade: results from the combination of the above two components.
Important: attendance at classes is mandatory.
Practical placement
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Bibliography
Amelina A. Horvath K., Meeus B. (eds.), 2016, An Anthropology of Migration and social transformation, European Perspective, Springer - selected parts
Benton, Ahad, 2019, Breaking New Ground: Ten Ideas to Revamp Integration Policy in Europe - Migration Policy Institute – report
Benton, Embiricos, 2019, Doing More with Less: A New Toolkit for Integration Policy, Migration Policy Institute -report
Benton, Patuzzi, 2018, Jobs in 2028: How Will Changing Labour Markets Affect Immigrant Integration in Europe?, Migration Policy Institute – report
Garcés-Mascareñas, Penninx (eds.) 2016, Integration Processes and Policies in Europe, Contexts, Levels and Actors, Springer –selected parts
Geiger, Pecoud, 2010, The politics of international migration management, Palgrave Macmillan, New York – selected parts
Improving the Responses to the Migration and Refugee Crisis in Europe,2016, Vision of Europe Submit, Lisbon – report
King, Okólski Diverse, Fragile and Fragmented: The New Map of European Migration, 2018, Central and Eastern European Migration Review
Mertiniello, Rath (eds.), 2010, Selected Studies in International Migration and Immigrant Incorporation, Amsterdam University Press, Amsterdam – selected parts
Pastore, Ponzo (eds.), 2016,Inter-group Relations and Migrant Integration in European Cities Changing Neighbourhoods, Springer - selected parts
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