Elective course: Ecological Linguistics 3200-M1-2PFA2

A course not related to the field of study or going beyond its curriculum, aimed at broadening the student's general knowledge and giving the opportunity to achieve learning outcomes other than those offered by the home unit. Knowledge in the field of detailed linguistics of the English language. Most often conducted in the form of a lecture, completed with a graded credit.
Presentation of issues related to the relationship between language and socio-cultural context, including the manifestation of cultural differences in ethnic languages within various linguistic subsystems, with particular emphasis on connectable and permanent phraseological units (idioms, hidden words, sayings and proverbs). This course introduces students to the main concepts and terms relating to linguistic ecology concept. The course consists of thematic modules, based on the analysis, interpretation and presentation of linguistic data from research on various aspects of language relating to language identity and diversity, issues of language acquisition and use in communication, naturalness and standartness, language environment, discourse in communication, social and cultural communication contexts. The aim of the course is to develop in students broad open-mind attitude to language communication taken place in variety of environments. Students are encouraged to see the latest research results from the course topic.

Term 2023Z:

A course not related to the field of study or going beyond its curriculum, aimed at broadening the student's general knowledge and giving the opportunity to achieve learning outcomes other than those offered by the home unit. Knowledge in the field of detailed linguistics of the English language. Most often conducted in the form of a lecture, completed with a credit for a degree.
Presentation of issues related to the relationship between language and socio-cultural context, including the manifestation of cultural differences in ethnic languages within various linguistic subsystems, with particular emphasis on connectable and permanent phraseological units (idioms, hidden words, sayings and proverbs). This course introduces students to the main concepts and terms relating to linguistic ecology concept. The course consists of thematic modules, based on the analysis, interpretation and presentation of linguistic data from research on various aspects of language relating to language identity and diversity, issues of language acquisition and use in communication, naturalness and standartness, language environment, discourse in communication, social and cultural communication contexts. The aim of the course is to develop in students broad open-mind attitude to language communication taken place in variety of environments. Students are encouraged to see the latest research results from the course topic.

Term 2024Z:

A course not related to the field of study or going beyond its curriculum, aimed at broadening the student's general knowledge and giving the opportunity to achieve learning outcomes other than those offered by the home unit. Knowledge in the field of detailed linguistics of the English language. Most often conducted in the form of a lecture, completed with a credit for a degree.
Presentation of issues related to the relationship between language and socio-cultural context, including the manifestation of cultural differences in ethnic languages within various linguistic subsystems, with particular emphasis on connectable and permanent phraseological units (idioms, hidden words, sayings and proverbs). This course introduces students to the main concepts and terms relating to linguistic ecology concept. The course consists of thematic modules, based on the analysis, interpretation and presentation of linguistic data from research on various aspects of language relating to language identity and diversity, issues of language acquisition and use in communication, naturalness and standartness, language environment, discourse in communication, social and cultural communication contexts. The aim of the course is to develop in students broad open-mind attitude to language communication taken place in variety of environments. Students are encouraged to see the latest research results from the course topic.

Prerequisites (description)

A subject confirming the student's identity in the field of the needs of human sociality: language communication, culture, and community. It contains explanations of the issues: - providing the student with knowledge in a given field at the academic level, - searching for research interests in a given area.

Course coordinators

Olena Petrashchuk

Type of course

elective courses

Mode

Classroom

Learning outcomes

Knowledge - graduate
K1_W02 knows the basic terminology of linguistics (general and applied) and literature,
K1_W06 knows and understands the links between applied linguistics and literature studies and other scientific fields and disciplines,
K1_W07 knows and understands the relationship between languages and their role in culture,
K1_W11 knows and understands cultural differences, which are an important factor in the formation of multicultural societies in the contemporary world, and in general knows the socio-economic and legal realities in the areas related to the languages studied.
Skills - graduate:
K1_U01 is able to critically analyze texts on variety scientific issues, to search, analyze, evaluate and select authentic texts in two studied foreign languages and develop professional skills in applied linguistics and literature studies,
K1_U05 is able to communicate in two foreign languages studied in typical professional situations requiring knowledge of techniques, strategies and different communication channels, and to counteract conflicts using language as a communication tool,
Social competences - graduate:
K1_K03 is ready to participate in the cultural life of the region, country and Europe, using both traditional and modern forms and media,
K1_K05 is ready to manage the group responsibly (in a collaborative research or practical project - e.g. educational, multicultural and multilingual), assuming responsibility for the results of its work.

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria are formulated by the lecturer.

Bibliography

It is determined by the lecturer.

Term 2023Z:

It is provided by the lecturer.

Term 2024Z:

It is provided by the lecturer.

Additional information

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