ELF: English as a Lingua FrancaLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

Learning outcomes: On completion of the study unit the successful student will be able to: - identify some of the key research questions and trends in contemporary ELF research - conceptualize the research questions and methodologies in ELF in relation to other fields in English linguistics The course develops the following work life skills: - Meaning-making, holistic management capability, information retrieval, presentation skills, language skills, reliability and punctuality, country and culture specialization, intercultural skills. Generic competences: internationality, sustainability and responsibility, critical thinking, identification and development of expertise, interaction and communication

Content

The course provides the students with a broad understanding of contemporary ELF (English as a lingua franca) research. The main themes of the course involve the conceptualization of ELF, ELF in Europe, ELF characteristics and processes, its contemporary domains and functions of use, and ELF in language teaching. The course is intended to help students apply the key themes in their own studies or research as well as in working life.

Qualifications

Basic studies

Materials

Jenkins, Jennifer, Will Baker, & Martin Dewey (eds.). 2018. The Routledge Handbook of English as a Lingua Franca. London: Routledge. Parts I, III, IV, VI, and chapter 9 (Part II)

Further information

Teachers: Lecturer, professor Time: 3rd–5th year Offering data: English language and culture (advanced studies) Campus: Joensuu Further information: Language of tuition: English Further information on the book exam in the electronic EXAM system.

Execution methods

The course is offered as a book exam (reading c. 400 pages)

Accomplishment methods

Modes of study: Independent study (135 h), final exam as an electronic EXAM. Evaluation criteria: Final exam (0-5)