Current active course description (last updated 2023/24)
Modern Saami Literature
SP233L
Current active course description (last updated 2023/24)
Modern Saami Literature
SP233L
This course provides a good overview of modern Saami literature with an emphasis on Lule Saami literature. Central authors will be discussed. This course focuses on Saami-language poetry, but also translated literature including Norwegian and Swedish literature written by Saami writers. Students will also be introduced to different types of literary theories and methods.
Successfully completed/passed Lule Saami 1 (1LU) and Lule Saami 2 (LU2).
Successfully completed/passed Lule Saami 1 (1LU) and Lule Saami 2 (LU2).
Knowledge
The student will
- have an understanding of recent Saami poetry
- have an understanding of the analysis of literary texts
- be familiar with different literary theories and literary methods
Skills
The student will
- be able to present, discuss and analyze different types of literary texts
- be able to communicate an understanding of more recent Saami literature and literary history
General competence
The student will
- be able to communicate relevant subject matter and information about Saami literature
- develop and strengthen one's own competence with respect to Saami literature
No costs beyond semester registration fees. Students must cover the costs associated with literature/books, as well as travel and lodging in connection with study-gatherings.
Obligatory
Teaching will take place at several gatherings. The language of teaching and communication will, to the greatest extent possible, be Lule Saami.
Teaching will consist of a combination of different learning activities, including lectures, group work and independent work. Active participation on the part of the students is expected. Students are expected to be present at lectures and to actively contribute to discussions.
The study program is evaluated annually by the students through subject surveys. Evaluation is part of the university's quality assurance system.
The course has a composite assessment (SV) consisting of:
- Required work (AK) - up to 3 mandatory assignments. These are evaluated as pass/fail. They count for 0/100 of the total grade for the course.
- Home exam (HJ) - 5 days. Evaluated based on letter grades A-F, where A is best and F is a failing grade. It counts for 100/100 of the total grade for the course.
- Both AK and HJ must be passed for the entire course to be considered passed.
The language of the exam is Lule Saami