Texts in US Culture/Texts in Latin American Culture 4219-AL101
The course presents significant texts of culture of the Americas, with a special emphasis on the contemporary. It focuses on different aspects of literary and/or visual cultures to explore important function they play in the social sphere.
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Learning outcomes
Upon completing this course, a student:
1. KNOWLEDGE
- can read and understand complex and diverse cultural texts produced in both Americas
- recognizes the concept of the creator of a text of culture and is aware of the complexities shaping its creation
- is aware of normative systems that are historically, socially and culturally contingent and that shape cultural texts
- on the basis of texts can address social and cultural characteristics of American periods and regions and draw critical conclusions about them
2. SKILLS
- can identify and distinguish various types of texts focused on Amricas and critically evaluate their use in research
- can analyze and interpret texts from across a range of social and cultural areas of life in Americas
- can formulate independent opinions about texts focused on Americas -
- can creatively use texts in research (particularly in their work on MA thesis) while respecting principles of intellectual property
- can participate in discussions and debates focused on topics related to Americas and deliver oral and written presentations in English or Spanish
3. SOCIAL COMPETENCES
- is prepared for critical reception of topics related to Americas
- is prepared for further study and acquisition of knowledge connected to Americas
- is interested in social and cultural life, especially as related to events, processes, and phenomena in Americas.
Assessment criteria
Depends on the group/instructor.
0-60 - 2
60-70 - 3
71-75 - 3,5
76-85 - 4
86-90 - 4,5
91-95 - 5
96-100 - 5!
Practical placement
N/A
Bibliography
Depends on the group/instructor.
Additional information
Additional information (registration calendar, class conductors, localization and schedules of classes), might be available in the USOSweb system: