- Teacher: Victoria Kravchenko
Course Objectives and Structure
The main objective of this course is to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of contemporary English linguistics, focusing on its theoretical foundations, applied aspects, and current research directions. The course aims to:
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Familiarize students with the major branches of English linguistics (phonology, grammar, lexicology, semantics, pragmatics, sociolinguistics, cognitive linguistics, discourse studies).
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Develop the ability to analyze linguistic phenomena critically, taking into account both traditional and modern approaches.
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Encourage students to explore the role of English in a globalized world, including issues of English as a Lingua Franca and the impact of digital technologies on language research.
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Strengthen students’ skills in practical analysis of authentic materials (media texts, political speeches, scientific discourse, and contemporary vocabulary).
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Promote independent research and academic inquiry into current problems of English linguistics.
- Teacher: Victoria Kravchenko
- Teacher: Ruslana Shramko
- Teacher: Анна Бакало