This 1A English course will focus on American political institutions. We will cover the early history of the United States, before examining the three branches of government, the American electoral system, and the United States’ unique federal structure. By the end of this course, you should know more about the American political system, and be better equipped to conduct yourself in the English language.
- Trainer/in: Colin Walmsley
This course is a broad outline of contemporary U.S. politics, helping first year students to make better sense of major contemporary issues, keeping in mind that 2024 is a presidential election year. We'll have a close look at U.S. institutions and the working of elections, before tackling some major social issues, notably with a focus on race and class questions.
The course is entirely interactive and oral participation by students is very much expected. We'll use a very vast array of documents, from various sources, to help us better apprehend U.S. society as it is today. Let me insist again on the sheer diversity of these sources.
I'm not forgetting this is also a course OF English, not only a course IN English, therefore as we go along we'll always make sure to improve students' English, be it oral or written.
Wishing you the very best.
O. E.
- Trainer/in: Olivier Esteves
Español LV1 - FG
- Trainer/in: Catherine Saupin
This course provides an exploration of American politics, divided into three main areas: the American founding and federalism, political structures and institutions, and political behavior and institutions. Students will study the foundations of the U.S. Constitution, the roles of Congress, the presidency, and the judiciary, as well as the influence of public opinion, voting, and identity in politics. The course also aims to enhance grammar, comprehension, and writing skills while fostering critical thinking about contemporary political dynamics and encouraging an understanding of American political systems.
- Trainer/in: Fatima-zahra Aklalouch
Español LV1 - FIFE
- Trainer/in: Catherine Saupin
España (1930-2024)
- Trainer/in: Lorenzo Parreno
