Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | Language and Globalization | ||
Code | ENGL430 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr S Gao English Shuang.Gao@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2024-25 | Level 6 FHEQ | First Semester | 30 |
Aims |
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Students learn to appreciate the often unexpected and complex ways language and communication are involved in the globalization process. Sociolinguistic concepts are used in creative ways to achieve innovative understandings of varied social phenomena under globalization. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Students will develop a critical understanding of the impact of globalization on language and communication. |
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(LO2) Students will be able to discuss insightfully some of the ways to examine language and globalization. |
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(LO3) Students will be able to examine and explain in innovative ways the use and functionality of language in global contexts. |
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(LO4) Students will critically reflect on new forms of power and social relations in globalization. |
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(S1) Problem solving skills. |
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(S2) Teamwork. |
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(S3) Communication skills. |
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(S4) International awareness. |
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(S5) Critical thinking. |
Syllabus |
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Topics might include educational migration, language and tourism, linguistic citizenship, linguistic minority communities, transnational neighbourhoods. |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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1 x synchronous, small-group session of 1 hour (synchronous) 2 x whole-cohort sessions of 1 hour (synchronous or asynchronous, as can be accommodated) |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
12 24 |
36 | |||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 264 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 300 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment. Semester 1. | 24 | 40 | ||||
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Essay There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment. Semester 1. | 0 | 60 | ||||
Group presentation. No resit opportunity. Semester 1 | 15 | 0 |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |