Allgemeine Informationen
| Veranstaltungsname | Seminar: Aufbaumodul Kulturwissenschaft I: America's Declaration of Independence at 250: Origins, Text, and Legacy |
| Veranstaltungsnummer | ANG.05272.05 |
| Semester | WiSe 2026/27 |
| Aktuelle Anzahl der Teilnehmenden | 15 |
| erwartete Teilnehmendenzahl | 20 |
| Heimateinrichtung | Institut für Anglistik und Amerikanistik |
| Veranstaltungstyp | Seminar in der Kategorie Offizielle Lehrveranstaltungen |
| Nächster Termin | Mittwoch, 14.10.26, 08:15 - 09:45 Uhr Seminarraum 3 [AKStr.35] (Angl.) |
| Voraussetzungen |
To earn credits in this class, it is essential that you participate actively and regularly. Without in-class participation, you will not be able to receive credit for the course. Here are the key requirements: * Regular Attendance: Your presence is expected at every class session, as your oral contributions are the basis for receiving your "Studiennachweis." If you need to miss a class, please notify me in advance. * Preparation: You are expected to thoroughly prepare for each class session by completing assigned readings, writing assignments, and other tasks. The reading workload is approximately 15-30 pages per week. * Active Engagement: Class sessions are designed for discussion and engagement with the material. You are expected to contribute to class discussions, share your thoughts and ideas, and engage with your peers. * Independent Work: You will be expected to complete independent research and assignments outside of class time, which may include library research, writing, and other tasks. Make sure to have time available for regular visits to the Steintor library. * Time Commitment: This class requires a significant time commitment, including regular attendance, preparation, and independent work. You should ensure that your extracurricular activities do not interfere with your ability to dedicate adequate time to this course. |
| Leistungsnachweis |
Students can earn two types of credit in this class: 1) A 'Studienleistung' is recorded in the university's computer system when all tasks set during the lecture period have been completed, regular and satisfactory in-class participation has been achieved, and written assignments have been submitted on time, in full, and of good quality. 2) Students receive credit for a "Modulleistung" upon successfully completing the "Modulabschlussprüfung". Detailed instructions on the nature of the end-of-term paper will be given at an appropriate time during the semester. |
| Lehrsprache(n) | Englisch |
| Studiengänge (für) |
BA Anglistik und Amerikanistik 60 und 90 LP; BA IKEAS; LAG, LAS, LAF |
| SWS | 2 |
| Sonstiges |
Few texts in American history have generated a longer or more contested political legacy than the Declaration of Independence. On the occasion of the document's 250th anniversary, this course examines its historical origins, textual structure, and enduring political afterlife. The seminar approaches the Declaration not only as a historical artifact of 1776 but also as an enduring reference point in American political and cultural history. It traces how its principles have been invoked, reinterpreted, and contested in contexts including abolitionist writings, the Seneca Falls Declaration, and Lincoln's Gettysburg Address, while also examining how the American public has commemorated the Declaration at significant historical moments. These case studies highlight the Declaration's role as a touchstone for political argument and moral critique across changing historical contexts. By combining historical analysis with political thought and cultural reception, the course invites reflection on the document's continuing relevance. It seeks to understand how this foundational text shapes American self-understanding, stimulates ongoing debates about freedom, equality, and democratic legitimacy, and has come to resonate globally as a symbol of rights and self-determination. |
| ECTS-Punkte | 5 |