Course - Global English - ENG1001
ENG1001 - Global English
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Written examination
Grade: Letters
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skriftlig | 100/100 | 4 timer |
Course content
Global English addresses a number of different questions relating to the fact that English is the most commonly used language in global communication today. How did English originate and develop in Britain? What lies behind the spread of English to the different continents where it is represented today? Which status does English have in linguistic communities around the world? How do varieties of English differ in terms of pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar and spelling? How is the English language changing and developing in the encounter with new technology and globalization processes? What is the connection between language and power, and who is more powerful: native speakers of English or speakers of English as a second or foreign language? What are the attitudes to English as a global language? Is English a useful lingua franca, a linguistic "tyrannosaurus rex", or something in between? What will happen to the English language in the future? These and other questions will be discussed from a primarily sociolinguistic angle. Literary perspectives may, however, also be brought to bear.
Learning outcome
The candidate can
- account for the main aspects of the origins and development of the English language within Great Britain
- account for the various factors that lead to the spread of English to the different continents where it is found today
- account for the various roles played by English in different communities both as a first and a second language
- identify and describe differences between varieties of English both within and outside of Great Britain concerning pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar and orthography
- discuss the power relationships among native speakers and second language users of English
- account for and reflect upon positive and negative consequences of the status of English as a global language
- assess likely scenarios for the future development of the English language
Learning methods and activities
Lectures and supervision, it's learning. Students are required to use its learning regularly.
Compulsory assignments
- 1 written assignment, 2-3 pages
Recommended previous knowledge
Students should have knowledge of English equivalent to that of students who have learned English at Norwegian "videregående skole". ENG1201 Proficiency.
Course materials
The reading list will be available at the beginning of the semester.
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Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Foundation courses, level I
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: SPRING 2014
Language of instruction: English
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- English
- English Cultural Studies
- English Language
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Language and Literature
Examination
Examination arrangement: Written examination
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD Skriftlig 100/100 2013-12-03 09:00
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Room Building Number of candidates - Spring ORD Skriftlig 100/100 2014-05-20 09:00
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"