Languages and Cultures in Europe 4003-EU-L36-JIK
The aim of the course is to familiarise students with the main concepts of multilingual and multicultural education and with the legal, social, and educational conditions related to this field. The course discusses European documents and initiatives (e.g., the European Charter for Regional or Minority Languages, programmes of the Council of Europe and the European Commission), language policies of selected countries, and the activities of institutions supporting multilingualism and cultural diversity. Students learn to analyse examples of educational solutions, identify challenges connected with the presence of learners with diverse linguistic and cultural profiles, and develop proposals for didactic responses. A key element of the course is reflection on one’s own linguistic and cultural experiences in the context of teaching in diverse school environments. Classes are interactive and include discussions, project work, and group presentations.
Course coordinators
Learning outcomes
Knowledge
• Knows the main documents and legal regulations concerning language policy and education in Europe (K_W08).
• Knows European and national institutions that support multilingualism and cultural diversity (K_W08).
• Understands educational and social conditions related to the presence of national, regional, and minority languages in the education systems of selected countries (K_W08).
• Knows examples of European programmes and initiatives promoting language learning and intercultural education (K_W08).
Skills
• Can analyse and compare language policies of selected European countries, indicating their implications for school practice (K_U04).
• Can identify challenges connected with the presence of migrant, bilingual, and minority students in schools and propose didactic solutions (K_U04).
• Can prepare a group presentation or project on linguistic and cultural diversity in a chosen country or region (K_U12).
• Can reflect on their own linguistic and cultural experiences and their significance for future teaching practice (K_U04, K_U12).
Social competences
• Is ready to critically ev
Assessment criteria
Methods and Assessment Criteria
Basis for passing the course
• attendance,
• preparation for classes: knowledge of recommended readings (brochures, articles, websites), preparation of required presentations, submission of class documentation,
• active participation (engagement in discussions and reflection),
• presentations related to course topics.
Course completion requirements
Attendance at all classes is mandatory. One absence is permitted in the cycle of seven meetings per semester. Any further absences must be made up either by attending classes with another group (with the lecturer’s consent) or by completing additional work.
To pass the course, students must obtain a passing grade in all assessed assignments.
Assessment methods
Bibliography
Part I. General
1. Council of Europe. (2020). Common European Framework of Reference for Languages: Learning, teaching, assessment – Companion volume. Strasbourg: Council of Europe.
2. Eurydice. (2023). Kluczowe dane dotyczące nauczania języków w szkołach w Europie 2023/2024. Luksemburg: Urząd Publikacji Unii Europejskiej.
3. Instytut Badań Edukacyjnych. (2015). Polityka językowa w Europie. Raport IBE. Warszawa: IBE.
4. Komisja Europejska. (2021). Przewodnik po programie Erasmus+. Luksemburg: Urząd Publikacji Unii Europejskiej.
5. Rada Europy. (1992). Europejska karta języków regionalnych lub mniejszościowych. Strasburg: Rada Europy.
6. Rada Europy. (1995). Konwencja ramowa o ochronie mniejszości narodowych. Strasburg: Rada Europy.
7. Rada Europy. (2003). Europejski system opisu kształcenia językowego: uczenie się, nauczanie, ocenianie (ESOKJ). Warszawa: CODN (wyd. polskie).
Part II. Countries
Swiss Confederation
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