Course Schedule

Start > Masterprogramm Governance & Law: Public Affairs and Democracy (M.Sc.) -> International Center: Sprachangebot (ehemals Sprachenzentrum; ohne CPs) -> Englisch B2.2

Lehrveranstaltungen

A Way with Words - Away with Words: An Introduction to Creative Writing. Englisch B2.2 (Seminar)

Dozent/in: Maryann Henck

Termin:
 wöchentlich | Montag | 10:15 - 13:45 | 07.04.2025 - 11.07.2025 | C 5.109 Seminarraum

Inhalt: Are you natural talent when it comes to creativity or are you still waiting to find the right 'source' - or should I say 'course' of inspiration? Are your ready to meander along the blurry borders between fact and fiction in order to tell a story even if it's a lie? And finally, do you have a way with words or are they still having their way with you? Then welcome to the world of creative thought and fiction: A Way with Words, Away with Words. In this seminar, you will encounter a variety of creative writing methods in generative workshops (e.g., catalytic creativity exercises for plotlines and character development) as well as responsive workshops (e.g., peer-editing and evaluation methods for constructive criticism). We will begin with microfiction (6-word stories, twitterature, drabbles) and then proceed to vignettes as well as sudden/flash fiction The objective involves not only examining and discussing these various forms of short fiction, but also experimenting with exercises in style and literary techniques. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to expand your vocabulary, develop a feeling for nuances in language (connotations, register), and effectively employ stylistic devices. Finally, you will learn to develop and refine a personal literary style. Note: After the initial introductory sessions, the seminar will be divided into to two parts: a group meeting during the first half of the seminar for readings and discussions as well as writing exercises, responsive workshops and/or individual appointments during the second half.

Advance your English. Englisch B2.2 (Seminar)

Dozent/in: Lynette Kirschner

Termin:
 wöchentlich | Dienstag | 12:15 - 13:45 | 07.04.2025 - 11.07.2025 | C 5.124 Seminarraum

Inhalt: Are you a Comma-kaze? Is your modifier dangling and the others won’t tell you? Do vampires teach register? These questions and grammar points as well as many more will be covered in the class. Correct grammar equals correct speaking. That is why a strong emphasis is placed on applying grammatic prinicples. Pop culture, music, youtube and other media are used to make grammar interesting.

Impromptu Writing: Write Away - Right Away (Group 1). Englisch B2.2 (Seminar)

Dozent/in: Maryann Henck

Termin:
 wöchentlich | Mittwoch | 12:15 - 13:45 | 07.04.2025 - 11.07.2025 | C 5.111 Seminarraum

Inhalt: Practice makes perfect, so it's time to write away - right away! If you find yourself suffering from procrastination, this weekly course is here to provide you with a much needed dose of motivation and inspiration. In our 90-minute weekly sessions, you will have the opportunity to actively participate in a variety of writing exercises and activities geared towards helping you to get black on white, develop your own writing style, and experiment with writing for various purposes - whether they are academic, professional, or creative. We will begin with shorter writing tasks in the initial sessions and progress to longer and more complex tasks by the end of the semester. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to train language-related competencies such as - but not limited to – expanding your vocabulary; perfecting written communication skills (e.g. sentence variation, transitions; developing a sprachgefühl for the English language (e.g. register, connotations, denotations). All of the writing assignments will take place during the weekly sessions, and you will receive feedback on your writing style as well as language usage. Ready to write away - right away?

Impromptu Writing: Write Away - Right Away (Group 2). Englisch B2.2 (Seminar)

Dozent/in: Maryann Henck

Termin:
 wöchentlich | Donnerstag | 10:15 - 11:45 | 07.04.2025 - 11.07.2025 | C 5.111 Seminarraum

Inhalt: Practice makes perfect, so it's time to write away - right away! If you find yourself suffering from procrastination, this weekly course is here to provide you with a much needed dose of motivation and inspiration. In our 90-minute weekly sessions, you will have the opportunity to actively participate in a variety of writing exercises and activities geared towards helping you to get black on white, develop your own writing style, and experiment with writing for various purposes - whether they are academic, professional, or creative. We will begin with shorter writing tasks in the initial sessions and progress to longer and more complex tasks by the end of the semester. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to train language-related competencies such as - but not limited to – expanding your vocabulary; perfecting written communication skills (e.g. sentence variation, transitions; developing a sprachgefühl for the English language (e.g. register, connotations, denotations). All of the writing assignments will take place during the weekly sessions, and you will receive feedback on your writing style as well as language usage. Ready to write away - right away?