Culture and History of C Language Area - French 3200-L3-KOJCF
A multilateral humanistic approach to historical, social and cultural issues in relation to French-speaking countries (without literature, separated as a separate subject). The teaching content will include the following issues:
- physical, economic and political geography;
- political, economic and social history;
- history of art and culture (except literary history);
- contemporary political and economic life;
- contemporary reality and social problems;
- the world of media;
- National identity;
- customs and customs.
Student workload:
Total value = 4 ECTS including:
Contact hours (in the room) = 2 ECTS = 60h
Student's independent work outside the classroom = 2 ECTS = 60h, including:
Current preparation for classes - 15h
Preparation for tests in the history and geography of France - 15h
Obligatory reading - 15h
Preparation for the final test - 15h
Type of course
Mode
Prerequisites (description)
Course coordinators
Term 2024: | Term 2023: |
Learning outcomes
K1_W07, K1_W10, K1_W11, K1_W12, K1_U01, K1_U03, K1_U12, K1_K01, K1_K03, K1_K04, K1_K05, K1_K06
Knowledge:
Student
knows and understands the relations between languages and their role in culture,
knows the outline of the culture and literature of the studied languages, understands the role of language in communication between people and cultures,
knows and understands cultural differences that are an important factor in the formation of multicultural societies in the modern world, knows the general socio-economic and legal realities in areas related to the studied languages,
knows and understands the functioning of cultural institutions and has orientation in areas related to the languages studied,
skills:
Student
can critically analyze texts as products of culture, can search, analyze, evaluate and select authentic texts in two studied foreign languages and develop professional skills in the field of applied linguistics and literary studies,
is able to recognize characteristic cultural elements and correctly interpret the ongoing socio-historical changes in relation to the realities of a given language area (two studied foreign languages),
is able to define priorities and plan activities aimed at their implementation, understanding the need for self-education and continuous improvement of qualifications, including practical language competences,
is able to recognize characteristic cultural elements and correctly interpret the ongoing socio-historical changes in relation to the realities of a given language area (two studied foreign languages),
social competence
Student
is ready to adequately identify and resolve the dilemmas of inter-linguistic communication caused by the asymmetry of linguistic systems and cultural differences, observing ethical behavior patterns and consulting experts,
is ready to participate in the cultural life of the region, country and Europe, using both traditional and modern forms and media,
is ready to undertake inter-lingual / multilingual communication activities aimed at preserving the cultural heritage of a given region or country,
is ready to lead the group responsibly (as part of a team research or practical project - e.g. educational, multicultural and multilingual), taking responsibility for the results of its work,
is ready to cooperate and work in a group, assuming various roles in it (including the role of a linguistic and cultural mediator) and observing the principles of professional ethics (depending on the selected module - professional ethics of a translator or teacher)
Assessment criteria
ASSESSMENT METHODS:
- one written semester test on the contour map of the OIF member countries' geography and history covered during the semester;
- current assessment of activity during classes (participation in discussions based on readings and multimedia materials presented during classes);
- one written test the student is asked to make an independent analysis of two problems selected by the lecturer in the field of teaching content;
EVALUATION CRITERIA:
1. Criteria for grading tests in culture (geography and history):
criterion for obtaining a satisfactory grade (3.0):
obtaining more than half of the possible points, i.e. the correct marking on the contour map of at least 5 out of 10 indicated objects, indicating more than half of the correct answers (20 out of 40) of history questions;
criterion for obtaining a good grade (4.0):
obtaining more than half of the possible points, i.e. the correct marking on the contour map of at least 7 out of 10 indicated objects, indicating more than 30 out of 40 correct answers to questions from the history
the criterion for obtaining a very good grade (5.0):
obtaining more than half of the possible points, i.e. the correct marking on the contour map of at least 9 out of 10 indicated objects, pointing to more than 35 out of 40 correct answers to questions from the history
2. Criteria for the current assessment of activity:
For active participation in each class, the student receives a partial grade "+". At the end of the semester the "+" are added together.
The activity grade for the entire semester is calculated in proportion to the highest “+” number obtained by the best student as follows:
0-25% of the highest number of points - 2 (N / A)
25-50% of the highest number of points - 3 (dst)
50-75% of the highest number of points - 4 (db)
75-100% of the highest number of points - 5 (very good)
3. Assessment criteria for the semester written tests:
criteria for obtaining a satisfactory grade (3.0):
- the student answered half of the proposed problem questions;
- the answers referred only to the generally asked questions, they contained numerous redundant (off-topic) elements;
- the student's position on the problem posed in the question was only indirectly indicated;
- the student provided controversial / doubtful arguments in support of his answer;
- in his argumentation the student showed knowledge of the basic facts, quoted few specific facts, names, concepts, numbers; there were numerous factual errors;
- the student's statement was formulated with numerous linguistic errors, although the message remained understandable.
criteria for obtaining a good grade (4.0):
- the student answered most of the proposed problem questions;
- the answers referred directly to the questions asked, although they also included redundant (off-topic) elements;
- the thesis shows what is the student's own position towards the problem posed in the question;
- the student supported his position with at least two arguments, not entirely accurate;
- in his argumentation, the student showed a good knowledge of the facts, quoted several specific facts, names, concepts, numbers; there were factual errors;
- the student's statement was formulated with care for the rules of linguistic correctness, although there were some linguistic errors.
criteria for obtaining a very good grade (5.0):- the student answered all the proposed problem questions;
- the answers were on the topic, related directly to the questions asked;
- the student clearly formulated his position on the problem posed in the question;
- the student supported his position with several substantive arguments;
- in his argumentation, the student showed a very good knowledge of the facts, quoted specific facts, names, terms, numbers;
- the student's statement was formulated with the principles of linguistic correctness.
4. Criteria for obtaining a semester grade:
The semester grade is calculated on the basis of the weighted average of the following grades, according to specific proportions:
- 20% - grade from a written test in geography [where obtaining a positive grade from the test is a necessary condition for passing the subject];
- 30% - assessment of activity during classes;
- 50% - grade from the final written test [where obtaining a positive grade from the test is a necessary condition for passing the subject];
The following method of calculating the semester grade from the weighted average is adopted:
average 3-3.24 - grade 3 (dst);
average 3.25-3.74 - grade 3.5 (dst +);
mean 3.75-4.24 - grade 4 (db);
mean 4.25-4.74 - score 4.5 (db +);
average 4.75-5.00 - mark 5 (very good);
5. The method of calculating the annual (final) grade:
The annual (final) grade for the subject is calculated on the basis of the arithmetic mean of both semester grades, according to the same method as in the case of the final grade (see point 4 above).
6. Absences
2 unexcused absences
The condition for obtaining a pass is systematic attendance at classes.
Practical placement
Work placements necessary for the full implementation of the subject.
Bibliography
Alain Decaux et André Castelot (1981), Dictionnaire de l'Histoire de France, (dir), Librairie académique Perrin.
Dimitri Casali et Walter Bruyère (2009), Notre pays la France, la Matinière.
Georges Duby (1987) Le Moyen Age, Hachette.
Serge Bernstein et Pierre Milza (1987) Histoire du vingtième siècle (3 volumes), Hatier.
Jacques Chaurand (2003), Histoire de la langue française, Que sais-je, Puf.
ANALYSE: Le catholicisme en France en 2010, IFOP, Aout 2010, internet access,
Dictionnaire des stations de métro de Paris, PDF, Internet access,
La Loi salique traduite en français et accompagnée d'observations et de notes
explicatives, principalement sous le titre [...], Gallica, BNF. internet access
Current press articles in the language area.
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