120.279 (17W) Cultural History of Europe

Wintersemester 2017/18

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First course session
26.10.2017 09:00 - 17:00 N.1.12 On Campus
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Overview

Lecturer
Course title german Cultural History of Europe
Type Seminar (continuous assessment course )
Hours per Week 2.0
ECTS credits 4.0
Registrations 18 (35 max.)
Organisational unit
Language of instruction English
possible language(s) of the assessment English
Course begins on 26.10.2017
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Course Information

Intended learning outcomes

The course develops students’ comprehensive understanding of the cultural history of Europe and it promotes the students to understand the cultural diversity and cultural heritage of Europe. The course improves students’ ability to conduct independent Research.

Teaching methodology including the use of eLearning tools

Active participation of students is required. Applied teaching methods: lecture; discussions; group works, presentation, writing assignment. The language of the instruction and assessment is English.

Course content

The course offers an introduction to the cultural history of Europe from the middle ages to the end of the 20th century. Students will understand the role of the diverse cultural, educational, social and ecclesiastical institutions and associations in forming European culture. The course also provides an overview of the significant art styles of Europe.

Topics:

  1. Cultural heritage of Europe, historical roots and dimensions of the European identity.

  2. The history of educational institutions in Europe.

  3. The role of Christianity and the ecclesiastical institutions in forming European culture.

  4. Art history, The history of architecture.

  5. The changes in nourishment, clothing, hygiene and everyday life in European history. Cultural consequences of the major epidemics in Europe.

  6. Geographical and scientific explorations. Cultural and economic consequences of the discoveries.

  7. Migration in the European history.

  8. The development of museums, libraries and the diverse cultural institutions of Europe.

  9. The role of film, theatre, media and music in forming European culture.

  10. The changes of city life in European history.

  11. Mass culture and high culture in European cultural history.

  12. Major ideologies, beliefs, intellectual and philosophical movements in European history.

Examination information

Im Fall von online durchgeführten Prüfungen sind die Standards zu beachten, die die technischen Geräte der Studierenden erfüllen müssen, um an diesen Prüfungen teilnehmen zu können.

Examination methodology

1. Oral presentation (10 min.)

2. Essay (5-6 pages)

3. Active participation in class discussions and group works

4. Attendance

Assessment criteria / Standards of assessment for examinations

1. Oral presentation - 30%

2. Essay - 60%

3. Active participation - 10%

Grading scheme

Grade / Grade grading scheme

Position in the curriculum

  • Bachelor's degree programme Educational Science (SKZ: 645, Version: 17W.3)
    • Subject: Freie Wahlfächer (Optional subject)
      • Freie Wahlfächer ( 0.0h XX / 18.0 ECTS)
        • 120.279 Cultural History of Europe (2.0h SE / 4.0 ECTS)
          Absolvierung im 2., 3., 4., 5., 6. Semester empfohlen
  • Bachelor's degree programme Educational Science (SKZ: 645, Version: 13W.2)
    • Subject: Freie Wahlfächer (Optional subject)
      • Freie Wahlfächer ( 0.0h XX / 18.0 ECTS)
        • 120.279 Cultural History of Europe (2.0h SE / 4.0 ECTS)
  • Bachelor's degree programme Educational Science (SKZ: 645, Version: 08W.3)
    • Subject: Freie Wahlfächer (Optional subject)
      • Freie Wahlfächer ( 0.0h XX / 18.0 ECTS)
        • 120.279 Cultural History of Europe (2.0h SE / 4.0 ECTS)

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Wintersemester 2021/22
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Wintersemester 2020/21
  • 120.279 SE Cultural History of Europe (2.0h / 4.0ECTS)
Wintersemester 2019/20
  • 120.279 SE Cultural History of Europe (2.0h / 4.0ECTS)