GERM 1920: Cyborgs, Robots, and Androids in the German Imaginary
An examination of the figure of the nonhuman-human and representations of artificial beings in the German imaginary with a focus on issues of technology, art, philosophy of subjectivity, and culture. Discussion of imaginary and real robots, cyborgs, homunculi, and automata as representations of humanity’s understanding of futurity and innovation. Taught in English.
- Credits
- 3
- Offered
- Fall 2026
- Campuses
- Storrs
- Gen Ed
- CA1: Arts & Humanities, CA4 International, TOI2: Cultural Dimension
Fall 2026 sections
Taught by Anna Horakova and Christina Meier.
| Section | Type | Meets | Instructor | Campus | Room | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | LEC | 12:30PM - 1:45PM / TuTh | Anna Horakova, Christina Meier | Storrs | FSB 220 | 0 of 46 open |
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