Allgemeine Informationen
| Veranstaltungsname | Seminar: America's Better Angels: Voices of Conscience in U.S. History and Culture - Vertiefungsmodul |
| Veranstaltungsnummer | ANG.05294.04 |
| Semester | WiSe 2026/27 |
| Aktuelle Anzahl der Teilnehmenden | 12 |
| erwartete Teilnehmendenzahl | 25 |
| Heimateinrichtung | Institut für Anglistik und Amerikanistik |
| Veranstaltungstyp | Seminar in der Kategorie Offizielle Lehrveranstaltungen |
| Nächster Termin | Dienstag, 13.10.26, 18:15 - 19:45 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 final exam will be given at an appropriate time during the semester. |
| Lehrsprache(n) | Englisch |
| SWS | 2 |
| Sonstiges |
This course seeks to offer a counterweight to the predominantly negative and troubling images of the United States that shape much of contemporary news coverage. It turns its eyes on individuals and movements that have challenged injustice and sought to reform American society from the early republic to the present. Through the study of civil rights activists, social reformers, environmentalists, and other public critics, the course traces traditions of dissent, moral responsibility, and democratic engagement in American life. Particular attention is given to the relationship between conscience and citizenship, the role of protest in public life, and the ways reform movements have shaped debates about freedom, equality, democracy, and the public good. The course invites reflection on the moral foundations of social and political behavior and on the responsibilities of individuals as members of a democratic society. Combining historical, political, and cultural perspectives, it investigates how individuals and movements have sought to hold American society accountable to its stated ideals. By working with historical sources, participants will develop an understanding of the values, motivations, and goals of individuals and movements that sought to improve social and political conditions in the United States and how they pursued their ideals. The course also encourages critical reflection on civic responsibility, |