MA Proseminar - French language 3200-M1-PROF
The main goal of the course is to develop students’ research skills and knowledge in order to allow them to prepare a complex Master’s thesis. In the first part of the course, given applied linguistics issues are discussed and characteristics of academic language and formal register, in the second part the students are expected to prepare a presentation on a given subject and carry out a text analysis.
Students’ Course Workload:
- In-class activities: 30 h
- Self-study: 80h
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Learning outcomes
Knowledge:
The student knows and understands:
K_W02 - the complex structure of a foreign language and its historical development, particularly with regard to linguistic norms, language varieties, dialects, lexicography, and language teaching;
K_W03 - terminology in the field of applied linguistics;
K_W05 - the main trends in development and the most important new scientific achievements in the field of applied linguistics;
K_W06 - research methods used in applied linguistics at an advanced level;
K_W07 - concepts and principles in the field of intellectual property protection
K_W07: concepts and principles of intellectual property protection and copyright law at a professional level.
K_W09: the connections between applied linguistics and other fields of science in depth.
K_W14: the fundamental dilemmas of modern civilization in depth.
Skills:
The student is able to:
K_U01 - apply acquired knowledge to conduct research in the field of applied linguistics using appropriate methodology (including advanced information and communication technologies).
K_U02 - identify cultural elements characteristic of the studied linguistic area and interpret the socio-historical changes occurring within the studied linguistic area.
K_U03 - search for, analyze, evaluate, and select authentic texts in a foreign language, also utilizing the latest technologies;
K_U05 - communicate in one’s native and foreign languages in various professional situations with specialists, using various channels as well as communication techniques and strategies for this purpose.
K_U06 - formulate and express one’s own views and ideas, drawing on the arguments of other authors, and present conclusions orally and in writing in a foreign language;
K_U08 - collaborate and work in a research group, assuming various roles within it;
K_U10 - independently acquire knowledge in the field of linguistics, assess the usefulness of the research methods learned;
Social competencies:
Graduates are prepared to:
K_K01 - apply the latest knowledge in the field of applied linguistics to critically evaluate received content and identify issues in international communication within this field;
K_K02 - active and ongoing participation in the cultural life of a foreign-language country or region;
K_K05 - recognizing the importance of knowledge in solving cognitive and practical problems and in seeking expert advice.
Assessment criteria
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Bibliography
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