English - Focus on Australia C1
Module SZ0481
This module handbook serves to describe contents, learning outcome, methods and examination type as well as linking to current dates for courses and module examination in the respective sections.
Basic Information
SZ0481 is a semester module in English language at Bachelor’s level and Master’s level which is offered irregularly.
This module description is valid to SS 2021.
| Total workload | Contact hours | Credits (ECTS) |
|---|---|---|
| 90 h | 30 h | 3 CP |
Content, Learning Outcome and Preconditions
Content
This course will cover various historical and cultural factors which influence Australian Identity including Australians at war, multiculturalism, post- colonialism, Indigenous history and identity and Australia's own cultural cringe. It will also explore, interrogate and bust some of the myths and stereotypes surrounding Australia.
Parallel to the course work, students will have the opportunity to present and discuss topics of their own current interest, developing strategies for autonomous and continued learning.
Parallel to the course work, students will have the opportunity to present and discuss topics of their own current interest, developing strategies for autonomous and continued learning.
Learning Outcome
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to read, write, and speak about a range of intercultural topics relating to Australia with greater fluency and accuracy. The students will be required to express themselves in both written and spoken contexts, and to show improvement in their use of the language, and will be able to demonstrate knowledge of social and cultural issues related to Australia.
Preconditions
Ability to begin work at the C1 level as evidenced by the placement test at www.moodle.tum.de.
Courses, Learning and Teaching Methods and Literature
Learning and Teaching Methods
Highly communicative and skills oriented treatment of topics with use of group discussion, case studies, presentations, writing workshops, listening exercises, and pair work, etc.
Media
Handouts, literature, articles and audio/ video will be used to allow students to effectively communicate freely.
Literature
no info
Module Exam
Description of exams and course work
Grades for an oral presentation (including a handout and visual aids) (25%), 2 homework assignments (25% each), and a final written examination based on the learning objectives stated below (25%) contribute equally to the final course grade. Duration of the final examination: 60 minutes.