Exploring performative approaches to language, literature and culture – with a special focus on Ireland
The 'performative turn', driven by developments in linguistics, theatre and also gender studies, is a paradigmatic shift in the humanities and social sciences that has affected many disciplines, including the modern languages. This module will introduce participants to the theory and practice of performative teaching and learning.
Based on the premise that the performing arts are a rich source of inspiration for teachers, participants will be introduced to specific performative techniques (including still images, hot seating, sound-tracking, mantle of the expert, thought-tracking, teacher in role) and explore how these techniques can be applied to the study of language, literature and culture.
Given the special emphasis in this module on Ireland, participants will engage with a range of materials and texts that focus on aspects of Irish culture, including a special focus on aspects of intercultural (German/Irish) encounters.
The following question will serve as a point of reference throughout the module: Can performative approaches to language, literature and culture facilitate a deep(er) learning experience?
It is expected that at the end of the module participants will have developed a good understanding of the main features of a 'Performative Fremdsprachendidaktik' (Performative Foreign Language Education) and be able to apply basic performative techniques in the EFL classroom.
The 'performative turn', driven by developments in linguistics, theatre and also gender studies, is a paradigmatic shift in the humanities and social sciences that has affected many disciplines, including the modern languages. This module will introduce participants to the theory and practice of performative teaching and learning.
Based on the premise that the performing arts are a rich source of inspiration for teachers, participants will be introduced to specific performative techniques (including still images, hot seating, sound-tracking, mantle of the expert, thought-tracking, teacher in role) and explore how these techniques can be applied to the study of language, literature and culture.
Given the special emphasis in this module on Ireland, participants will engage with a range of materials and texts that focus on aspects of Irish culture, including a special focus on aspects of intercultural (German/Irish) encounters.
The following question will serve as a point of reference throughout the module: Can performative approaches to language, literature and culture facilitate a deep(er) learning experience?
It is expected that at the end of the module participants will have developed a good understanding of the main features of a 'Performative Fremdsprachendidaktik' (Performative Foreign Language Education) and be able to apply basic performative techniques in the EFL classroom.