Бакалавриат
2023/2024
Научно-исследовательский семинар "Индия и Южная Африка: культурное влияние и исторические вызовы"
Лучший по критерию «Полезность курса для расширения кругозора и разностороннего развития»
Статус:
Курс по выбору (Иностранные языки и межкультурная коммуникация)
Направление:
45.03.02. Лингвистика
Кто читает:
Школа иностранных языков
Где читается:
Школа иностранных языков
Когда читается:
1-й курс, 3, 4 модуль
Формат изучения:
без онлайн-курса
Охват аудитории:
для всех кампусов НИУ ВШЭ
Язык:
английский
Кредиты:
3
Контактные часы:
26
Course Syllabus
Abstract
The course is tailored to 1st-year undergraduates majoring in foreign languages and intercultural communication, though it may be of interest to students of other majors. The aim of the course is to equip students with knowledge and skills connected to the history and heritage of India and South Africa. Thus, the course encourages students to step outside the usual perspective of English-speaking countries. The course is comprised of scientific research seminars and is an elective. "History and Culture of India and South Africa" combines various activities designed to establish the context for students’ understanding of the subject. Those include discussions, quizzes, projects, etc.. Throughout the course, three sections will be covered.– Section 1: India – The given section includes the following topics:Introduction to the course. India’s portrait.History - Prehistory and the Beginnings / The Classical and Medieval Period / The Early Modern Period History - The Freedom Struggle / India after IndependenceCulture, religion, society - Mythology and Epics / Hinduism, Celebration, Cultural Appropriation / Literary image (might be realised with the “Language Diversity” sections)Culture, religion, society - Bollywood and Representation in Film / Fashion and Music / Cuisine and Its InfluenceLanguage Diversity - Language Diversity and Writing Systems in India / Hinglish and Indian English / Sanskrit Revision and discussion India projects– Section 2: South Africa – The given section includes the following topics: Introduction to South Africa.South Africa’s portrait.History - From Pastoralism to Capitalism Expansion History - From Diamonds to Apartheid Unravel Culture, religion, society - Daily Life and Social Customs, Art and MusicCulture, religion, society - Literature, Cultural Institutions and SportsCulture, religion, society - Russian and South African communication: 300 Years of Cultural ExchangeLanguage Diversity - Languages’ Melting Pot: Introduction to Language Policy Final projects.
Learning Objectives
- * to hone skills of sociocultural and linguocultural analysis of above mentioned English-speaking countries in a form of an essay / group project / presentation; * to familiarize students with Indian and South African traditions, cultures, and language peculiarities; * to develop competence in forming the basis of intercultural knowledge about India, South Africa; * to enhance critical thinking and research skills by working through assignments or problem-solving tasks connected to culture and language studies * to promote the further professional development and academic collaboration in the field of Indian and South African Studies; * to address and ignite the academic debates in relation to the history and heritage of India and South Africa.
Expected Learning Outcomes
- analyses how the culture and traditions influence the historic development of the country
- suggest ways to establish a cultural contact with a country in focus
Assessment Elements
- ProductiveModules 3 and 4 are taken into consideration. This part includes all assignments: possible home tasks, quizzes, etc. Students who were absent can be allowed to "retake" this section if they can provide a sick note. The deadline for such submissions is set by a tutor, at least one week before the exam period. Late submissions can be allowed at tutor's discretion, yet with 7 points max and an additional deadline not later than a week after the original one.
- In-class participation and attendanceModules 3 and 4 are taken into consideration. Assessed in the following way. Attendance + active participation = 1. Attendance + lack of / no participation = 0,4. N/A = 0. For instance, if modules 3 and 4 have 24 classes in total, there are 24 points max. If a student attends and actively participates in 14 classes, just attends 7 classes with no participation and skips 3 classes: 1) 14 * 1 + 7 * 0,4 + 3 * 0 = 16,8 points out of 24 points max; 2) 16,8 * 10 / 24 = 7 out of 10 is the "In-class participation and attendance" grade. Students who were absent can be allowed to "retake" this section if they can provide a sick note. They will have to complete an in-class task of tutor's choice. However, 0,4 points is max in this case and the deadline for submissions is set by a tutor, at least one week before the exam period.
- Written paperStudents will be offered a list of topics to write their papers about. The paper is an essay.
- ProjectsThere are two projects, India and South Africa. These projects will cover a linguistically, culturally or socially relevant topic related to our sections. A slide presentation is required.
- A video presentationAn online video presentation on one of the topics provided.
Interim Assessment
- 2023/2024 4th module0.1 * A video presentation + 0.2 * In-class participation and attendance + 0.3 * Productive + 0.25 * Projects + 0.15 * Written paper
Bibliography
Recommended Core Bibliography
- Africa after apartheid : South Africa, race, and nation in Tanzania, Schroeder, R. A., 2012
- Contemporary South Africa, Butler, A., 2009
- Metcalf, Barbara Daly; Metcalf, Thomas R. A Concise History of Modern India. Cambridge University Press, 2012. Pp. 364. ISBN: 978-1-107-02649-0, 978-1-107-67218-5, 978-1-139-20780-5, 978-1-139-52649-4, 978-1-139-52769-9, 978-1-139-52888-7, 978-1-139-53116-0, 978-1-139-54047-6, 978-1-283-57506-5. URL: https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/hselibrary-ebooks/detail.action?docID=977222.
Recommended Additional Bibliography
- Россия и Южная Африка : три века связей, Давидсон, А. Б., 2010
- Тропическая и Южная Африка в Новое и Новейшее время: люди, проблемы, события : учеб. пособие, Балезин, А. С., 2008