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ENGAGING WITH GERMAN-LANGUAGE CULTURE 3B

Module code: GN321B
Credits: 5
Semester: 2
Quota: 35
Department: GERMAN
International:
Coordinator: Dr Linda Shortt (GERMAN)

	Overview
	Twenty-first Century German-language Narratives of Migration and Belonging This module brings together film and literature to explore different aspects of migration, from the German experience of expulsion at the end of World War II, to the fate of �guest workers� and asylum seekers in unified Germany, and the contemporary refugee crisis. Investigating the short- and longer-term effects of (forced) migration on individuals, their families, and Germany as a country of arrival, this module analyses what it means to be in- and out-of-place. It outlines the effects of migration and anti-migrant violence on concepts of identity and belonging. Course texts: Olga Grjasnowa, Gott ist nicht sch�chtern (2017) Angelika Overath, Nahe Tage (2006) Sa�a Stani�ic, Herkunft (2019) Wir sind jung, wir sind stark (dir. Burhan Qurbani, 2015) **This 5-ECTS credit module may be used as part of the 15-ECTS credits in the study of literature (including drama, poetry, fiction, film studies etc.) required for accreditation by the Teaching Council of Ireland. All applications submitted for Teaching Council accreditation are, however, subject to the Teaching Council�s internal evaluation processes.

Overview

Twenty-first Century German-language Narratives of Migration and Belonging

This module brings together film and literature to explore different aspects of migration, from the German experience of expulsion at the end of World War II, to the fate of �guest workers� and asylum seekers in unified Germany, and the contemporary refugee crisis. Investigating the short- and longer-term effects of (forced) migration on individuals, their families, and Germany as a country of arrival, this module analyses what it means to be in- and out-of-place. It outlines the effects of migration and anti-migrant violence on concepts of identity and belonging.

Course texts:
Olga Grjasnowa, Gott ist nicht sch�chtern (2017)
Angelika Overath, Nahe Tage (2006)
Sa�a Stani�ic, Herkunft (2019)
Wir sind jung, wir sind stark (dir. Burhan Qurbani, 2015)

**This 5-ECTS credit module may be used as part of the 15-ECTS credits in the study of literature (including drama, poetry, fiction, film studies etc.) required for accreditation by the Teaching Council of Ireland. All applications submitted for Teaching Council accreditation are, however, subject to the Teaching Council�s internal evaluation processes.

	Learning Outcomes
	On successful completion of the module, students should be able to: Summarise in broad terms the effects of migration on individual and national identity and belonging, using German case studies; Analyse cultural representations of migration through close reading and contextualisation; Plan, research, and deliver an oral presentation (online or in person), using appropriate visual aids where necessary; Evaluate critically secondary literature.

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Assessment

Module Graded (numeric value) or Ungraded (Pass/Not Passed): Graded
Continuous Assessment detail(s): In-term assignment(s) (30%) and course essay (70%). Details of Continuous Assessment will be advertised in the course of the semester.

Assessment type	Options	Weighting
Continuous Assessment		100%
University scheduled written examination	No	0%
Other		0%
Total		100%

Pass standard: 40%
Could the result of this module be capped? No
Attendance for this module is monitored regularly. If attendance falls below 70% of session hours, the mark will be capped at 35% for this module. This module condition will not be applied to repeat examinations. Absence owing to medical or other compelling reasons is not penalised. The reason must be established in writing prior to, or immediately (i.e. not more than two working days) after the missed class and evidence provided (normally such evidence would be a Medical Certificate).
Penalties: Late submission of assessed course work or examination materials will result in a reduction of the original grade by 5% (5 marks) per day. Assessed course work or examination materials will normally have to be submitted electronically through Turnitin. Late submission of work owing to medical or other compelling reasons is not penalised. The reason must be established in writing prior to, or immediately (i.e. not more than two working days) after the relevant submission deadline and evidence provided (normally such evidence would be a Medical Certificate).

	Autumn Supplementals/Resits
	Are supplemental/resit registrations permitted? Yes Continuous Assessment marks are carried forward to the Autumn. Contact course Coordinator early in July for repeat course essay topics. Is Supplemental Continuous Assessment registration permitted? Yes Is Supplemental Continuous Assessment capped? Yes

	Pre-Requisites
	Since substantial parts of this module will be delivered in German and parts of the Continuous Assessment will also test German language skills, an advanced knowledge of German is required.

	Timetable
	This timetable is not currently available, please contact the German Department.

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