CODE 61342 ACADEMIC YEAR 2024/2025 CREDITS 9 cfu anno 2 LINGUE E LETTERATURE MODERNE PER I SERVIZI CULTURALI 9265 (LM-38) - GENOVA 9 cfu anno 2 LINGUE E LETTERATURE MODERNE PER I SERVIZI CULTURALI 9265 (LM-37) - GENOVA SCIENTIFIC DISCIPLINARY SECTOR L-LIN/12 LANGUAGE English TEACHING LOCATION GENOVA SEMESTER Annual PREREQUISITES Propedeuticità in ingresso Per sostenere l'esame di questo insegnamento è necessario aver sostenuto i seguenti esami: MODERN LANGUAGES AND LITERATURES FOR CULTURAL SERVICES 9265 (coorte 2023/2024) ENGLISH LANGUAGE I LM 55920 2023 TEACHING MATERIALS AULAWEB OVERVIEW The course introduces the students to Cognitive Linguistics and Consruction Grammar. Languageis here conceived as an integrated part of human cognition. Special attention will be devoted to the robust contribution of Cognitive Linguistics to the English-Italian language contrast. The course is flanked by a practical English language module ("esercitazioni") that brings students to the C2.1 level of CEFR. AIMS AND CONTENT LEARNING OUTCOMES The English Language 2 course continues the theoretical introduction to English language and linguistics by placing the focus on cognitive and functional principles that motivate meaning construction. The course includes a practical English language module at the C2 Level of the “Common European Framework of Reference for Languages” AIMS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES The course aims to: provide students with basic theoretical and methodological knowledge in the field of Cognitive Linguistics and Construction Grammar; lead students to learn how to apply cognitivist principles to the study and analysis of the English language; apply Cognitive Linguistics and Construction Grammar, and contrast the English-Italian language pair; arise students’ awareness of the relationship between linguistic structure, conceptual structure, and the nature of the embodied human experience in the English-Italian language pair; foster awareness of research methodology and prompt group discussion and presentation of some linguistic phenomena to be agreed upon with the lecturer. At the end of the course, students will be able to: KNOWLEDGE and UNDERSTANDING: master the basic theoretical principles of Cognitive Linguistics and Construction Grammar; identify the close relationship between language and thought; identify similarities and differences between the English and Italian languages. APPLYING KNOWLEDGE & MAKING JUDGEMENTS: apply the models and principles of Cognitive Linguistics to the analysis of several phenomena of the English language; conduct research of selected linguistic phenomena; identify and apply the tenets of Cognitive Linguistics to the English-Italian language contrast. COMMUNICATION SKILLS: discuss in class personal opinions and ideas with clarity and effectiveness based on the assumptions of Cognitive Linguistics ; deliver presentations on a range of topics in Cognitive Linguistics to peers during classes. LEARNING SKILLS: analyse English data mainly related to morpho-syntax, lexis, and pragmatics; develop learning and reflection skills in the field of Cognitive Linguistics and its applications. PREREQUISITES Attainment of “Lingua Inglese I” (code 55920). TEACHING METHODS English Language II (LM) is divided into two parts, a one-semester linguistics module ("theoretical module") and a two-semester practical module ( "esercitazioni"). The linguistics module ("theoretical module") is an introduction to English Cognitive Linguistics. Students are required to actively lead and participate in class discussions, also delivering -during the lessons- PowerPoint presentations of readings and research assignments on topics agreed upon with the lecturer. The practical language module aims to bring students to the C2.1 level (upper end of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages). Attendance is strongly recommended. SYLLABUS/CONTENT The course aims to provide students with basic theoretical and methodological knowledge in the field of Cognitive Linguistics and Construction Grammar; to lead students to learn how to apply cognitivist principles to the study and analysis of the English language; to make them aware of how to apply Cognitive Linguistics and Construction Grammar; to arise students’ awareness of the relationship between linguistic structure, conceptual structure, and the nature of the embodied human experience, also in the English-Italian language pair; to foster awareness of research methodology and prompt group discussion and presentation of some linguistic phenomena to be agreed upon with the lecturer. The syllabus for theory module attenders and non-attenders is the same. The linguistics module is made up of weekly lectures (3 hours a week over 10 weeks in the first semester). Attendance is strongly recommended. The practical module is made up of weekly classes (4 hours a week over 20 weeks, i.e. 10 weeks per semester). The syllabus for attenders and non-attenders is the same. RECOMMENDED READING/BIBLIOGRAPHY Theoretical Module: Materials will be uploaded on AulaWeb (https://ict.unige.it/aulaweb). Practical Module: A.A. V.V. 2021. Roadmap: C1/C2. London: Pearson. Mauk, David, et al. 2022. American Civilization: An Introduction. London: Routledge. TEACHERS AND EXAM BOARD ANNALISA BAICCHI Ricevimento: Please visit my personal page on the Lingue website. SUSAN MARIE CAMPBELL Ricevimento: DIEC: Office hours will be held in the classroom at the end of class or by appointment in the 'ufficio lettori' (P.zza Santa Sabina, 2, floor above the Director's Office). To make an appointment, write to susan.campbell@unige.it. DLCM: Office hours will be held in the lecture hall at the end of class or by appointment in the 'ufficio lettori' (P.zza Santa Sabina, 2, floor above the Director's Office). To make an appointment, write to susan.campbell@unige.it. SEAN BRENDAN GRIMES Exam Board ANNALISA BAICCHI (President) LESSONS LESSONS START October 2024. Class schedule ENGLISH LANGUAGE EXAMS EXAM DESCRIPTION Each component ("linguistics module" and " practical language module") is assessed separately. The final exam of the theoretical module is assessed through a written exam paper, which includes open questions and exercises, at the end of the first semester. There are two sittings in each of the three exam sessions. The practical module is assessed at the end of the second semester through a written exam paper (summary + use of English). There are two sittings in each of the three exam sessions. Calendario Esami: sessione estiva: Date Time Location Type Note 30.05.2023 9.00 GENOVA scritto aula H, I (h. 9-11) + aula A, B (h.11-13) 07.06.2023 10 GENOVA compitino (MT) aula 15 (AdP) 27.06.2023 11 GENOVA compitino (MT) aula 15 (AdP) sessione autunnale: Date Time Location Type Note 12.09.2023 9 GENOVA scritto aula H, I (h. 9-11) + aula A, B (h. 11.13) 13.09.2023 10 GENOVA compitino (MT) aula 15 (AdP) 26.09.2023 14 GENOVA scritto aula H, I (h. 14-16) + aula A, B (h. 16-18) 28.092023 11 GENOVA compitino (MT) aula 15 (AdP) ASSESSMENT METHODS The final mark is calculated as follows: 50% (of the overall mark) is the linguistics module. 50% (of the overall mark) is the practical module. FURTHER INFORMATION Special needs students should contact Prof. Sara Dickinson (sara.dickinson@unige.it). Agenda 2030 - Sustainable Development Goals Quality education