Mass media in post-communist Europe
The course outlines the specific features of media systems in European countries, which used to be part of the communist world. The first module of the course is devoted to the transition from communist media logic to a democratic one. The focus is not only on Balkan states, but also on those beyond the European […]
Corpus Methods in Linguistics – compilation, annotation, and quantitative analysis
Paris 8 University is pleased to announce their upcoming Summer Intensive Program “Corpus Methods in Linguistics–compilation, annotation, and quantitative analysis”, to be held 5-9 June 2023. This will be a 30h week-long course consisting of: –morning sessions devoted to data collection, extraction and organization, as well as DIY corpus building –afternoon sessions focusing on statistical […]
Developmental language disorder and learning difficulties – theory and practice
The course will offer an introduction to developmental language disorders and learning disabilities – clinical features, assessment methods and research. The signs and symptoms of the disorders will be presented and different assessment methods, interviews and observation instruments. The course includes 6 hours of lectures and discussions and 6 hours of practical activities – case […]
Developmental Psychopathology – Autism Spectrum Disorders and ADHD – theory and practice
The course will offer an introduction to the biological foundations of Autism Spectrum Disorders and ADHD – clinical features, assessment methods and research. The signs and symptoms in the dynamics of the disorders will be presented from a neurobiological perspective and in the context of genetics, neuroimaging, neurochemistry, and disease biomarkers. Examples of tests and […]
Intellectual Disability – theory and practice
The course will offer an introduction to genetics and neurobiology of Intellectual disabilities – clinical features, assessment methods and research. The signs and symptoms of the disorders will be presented and different assessment methods, interviews and observation instruments. The course includes 6 hours of lectures and discussions and 6 hours of practical activities – case […]
The Balkan Peninsula and the Eastern Mediterranean in Late Antiquity
The study of the material culture of the Balkans and the Eastern Mediterranean in Late Antiquity requires an interdisciplinary approach, encompassing a series of humanities and social sciences. The course aims to present the archaeological evidence on a series of topics related with historical processes in Late Antiquity. We tackle topics such as the sphere […]
Impasto and abstract painting for Everyone
In this intensive course students will be introduced in world of fine art and painting. Impasto painting and abstract painting are very well known styles that are easy to achieve with the proper technique for the particular task. We will discuss the role of brush strokes, palette knife strokes and the material aspect of art […]
Artefact Biographies and the Interpretation of Archaeological Finds
Artefact Biographies and the Interpretation of Archaeological Finds European Reform University Alliance Class in 2022/2023 by Assistant Professor Bogdan Athanassov, Department of Archaeology at the New Bulgarian University, Sofia Duration: 6 days
Introduction to cultural studies: bodies in cinema
This class is an introduction to Cultural Studies and their application to visual film practice through an analysis of the staging of the bodies. The class is taught entirely in English. Students will need to submit a written assignment in English. Duration: 4 days
Art in public spaces
In this course students will have the chance to study the relationship between artworks and their environment. Starting from the observation of historic and contemporary works – ranging from monuments to street art- we will question the different forms of dialogue between art and public space, including their urban, cultural and political context. Students are […]