General 
  • The programme in Colonial and postcolonial studies is a space and a time for learning. Both students and teachers bring with them different valuable knowledge, perspectives and experiences. The interdisciplinary and international composition of the programme is mostly hugely enriching, but it can also be a challenge to discuss when we come from different academic backgrounds, university traditions and social and cultural backgrounds. Be patient with each other's differences and give time and space for people to think and reflect. 
  • Respect the use of pronouns. In the *Introduction Forum* you can state your pronoun(s). If you are uncertain about a person's pronoun(s) check in the *Introduction Forum", if not mentioned, ask privately in person.

Note on Sensitive Language and Slurs in the Course Material and Classes

  • Some of the course material in this master's programme makes reference to discriminatory terminology and racist slurs developed under colonial regimes of power. 
  • The authors in question refer to this language in order to expose and critique the violence of racial- and other forms of discrimination, and to highlight the role of language in maintaining racist social structures.
  • Because of its history and offensive nature, this terminology needs to be handled very carefully in the classroom and academic context (as elsewhere). The point to remember is that it was made for, and so carries with it, long histories of oppression. This means it has the capacity to cause harm even if it is not used with harmful intentions. 
  • Some strategies for dealing with sensitive language/slurs in the source material include redacting (****) the terminology in written text, and not voicing it in a presentation/discussion. It can also be helpful to provide a short explanation (as a note in an essay, or a preamble in a presentation) of how you are dealing with the terminology in your work.
Zoom

  • Lectures and seminars are live and should not be recorded by students.
  • Cameras should be turned on during the entire lecture and seminar. If switched off you will be noted as absent. 
  • When you attend lectures, seminars and group work on Zoom, make sure the location is suitable for both speaking and listening. Neither a library nor a café are ideal. 
  • The microphone should be muted when not speaking to prevent noise and disturbance. 
  • Use the *hand raise* function in Zoom; In the classroom, use your hand.
Absence: If you are unwell or unable to attend 

  • If you are sick or unable to attend a session or two, email the course coordinator and the teacher concerned as soon as possible, ideally in advance. 
  • If you are unable to attend several sessions due to unforeseen circumstances, contact the teacher, course coordinator and also the programme coordinator. 
  • In order to fullfil the course criteria you need to hand in make-up assignments for missed scheduled classes (no matter the reason for being absent). Contact the teacher in charge of the class for details regarding make-up assignment. The name is mentioned both in Myoodle and in TimeEdit.
  • If you miss out on group-work (scheduled or for assignments in pairs or groups) you need to inform your group members and the teacher of the module.  

Generative AI: Rules and Guidelines

All courses within the programme follow the same rules for the use of AI. 

Start by reading these brief instructions (listed here) and move on the detailed instructions which applies to both 4KP400 "Imperialism..."and 4KP420 "Criticism and Theory...".

  • Familiarise yourself with the difference between authorised and unauthorised uses of Generative AI (large language models, such as Chat GPT).
  • Unauthorised uses of Generative AI include: submitting any text copied and pasted from Generative AI generated responses; submitting paraphrases of Generative AI generated responses; submitting any work in which Generative AI has been used without acknowledging this use, and how specifically it has been used. 
  • Generative AI may be used in certain very limited ways to assist with learning. Read the instructions in Generative AI and GPT for the university guidelines on authorised uses of Generative AI. 
  • Note that suspected unauthorised use of Generative AI in assignments and examinations may result in additional examination tasks, or referral for an academic misconduct hearing. 
And last....

    • ...don't hesitate to ask the teacher, course coordinator or programme coordinator if you have questions or need clarification regarding assignments or practical matters.

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