English courses

Contemporary World Issues (Bachelor Year 1 / Spring)

Contemporary World Issues (Bachelor Year 1 / Spring)

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Résumé

Bachelor in Applied Foreign Languages (English) / Faculty of Liberal Arts

Details

Conditions of submission
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Course Information

Bachelor year 1 24 HOURS
Spring Semester 5 ECTS
Tutorials (TD)
Professor: George KUCHINSKY and Kristianna POLDER
Course Code:  FDL_LEA_L1_S2_TD_AN_ORAL

Introduction

This course serves as an avenue to develop oral speaking skills through an introduction to English-language media with a focus on the written press as well as the vast media landscape. Various forms of English-language media, including newspapers, magazines, photographs, political cartoons, radio, music, television, and internet media will be explored. Essential vocabulary will also be mastered. The aim is to understand the political, social, and historical influences on the dissemination of information and be able to express critical thinking ideas related to the anglophone sphere.

Objectives

Students are expected to develop an analytical appreciation and reach thoughtful conclusions regarding how to interpret and read news, media, and global circulation of ideas today through the variety of outlets within the anglophone world.
 

Admission

Prerequisites training

Being informed by current news through regular readings of the press.

Program

Methods of Instruction

Lecture, class participation, class attendance
 

Assessment and Final Grade

Continuous Assessment.