Comparative linguistics

Semester 1-2 · 87004 · Training course for teachers of German as a second language in Italian-speaking primary schools in the province of Bozen-Bolzano · 2CP · DE

This course focuses on the structural differences between German and Italian that are relevant to language teaching, specifically in the areas of phonology, morphology, syntax and lexis, which are examined using the methods of comparative linguistics.

Lecturers: Alexander Glück

Teaching Hours: 20
Lab Hours: 0
Mandatory Attendance: In accordance with the regulation

Course Topics
Comparative analysis of structural differences between German and Italian at the descriptive levels: • Phonetics/phonology and graphemics • Syntax (esp. topology) • Lexis

Teaching format
Lecture, exercises, discussion

Educational objectives
Subject-specific skills Knowledge and understanding Students are familiar with the differences between the German and Italian languages that are relevant to teaching. Applying knowledge and understanding Students can identify and analyse the differences between the German and Italian languages that are relevant to teaching. Transversal skills Evaluation Students can assess and evaluate the pedagogical relevance of the differences between the German and Italian language systems. Communication Students can explain and describe the differences between the German and Italian language systems that are relevant to teaching. Learning strategies Students can reflect on learning strategies in the field of language comparison and develop teaching strategies.

Assessment
oral exam

Evaluation criteria
• accuracy of content • linguistic correctness

Required readings

at the beginning of the lectures

Supplementary readings

in the course of the lectures

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Sustainable Development Goals
This teaching activity contributes to the achievement of the following Sustainable Development Goals.