Specialized Classes (Literary Studies/Cultural Studies) 1 340-ON2-2SLA1
Study profile: general academic.
Form of study: full-time.
Type of subject: optional.
Field and discipline of science: humanities, literary studies, and
Year of study: second year.
Prerequisites: Students should demonstrate basic knowledge of literary studies and have basic information about the history, culture, and literature of English-speaking countries.
Number of hours: 30 hours, exercises.
Teaching methods: text analysis with discussion, group work, presentations, essays.
ECTS credits: 8
Student workload:
- Participation in classes: 30 hours
- Preparation for classes: 10 hours
- Participation in consultations related to classes: 15 hours
- Projects: 16 hours
- Preparation for and attendance at the final exam: 10 hours
Quantitative indicators:
- Student workload related to classes requiring direct teacher participation: 46 hours
- Student workload related to practical classes: 46 hours.
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Learning outcomes
KNOWLEDGE, the graduates know and understand
KP7_WG3, complex literary phenomena and processes, and contemporary theories explaining their cultural background and interrelationships
KP7_WG8, advanced methods of text analysis and interpretation within selected literary traditions and theories
KP7_WG10, an in-depth conceptual apparatus for describing cultural phenomena relevant to the analysis of literature in a given language area
KP7_WG11 contemporary socio-cultural conditions of a given language area
SKILLS, the graduate can:
KP7_UW1, appropriately select sources and information derived from them in the field of literary studies and evaluate, critically analyze, and synthesize this informationKP7_UW3,
KP7_UW4, critically analyze and interpret various cultural products using philological methods that allow for the assessment of their significance in the historical and cultural process
KP7_UK3, communicate with diverse audiences using specialized terminology in the field of literary studies, taking into account socio-cultural elements
KP7_UK4, use a foreign language in speech and writing at C2 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
KP7_UK5, use a second foreign language in speech and writing at B1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
SOCIAL SKILLS, the graduate is capable of
KP7_KK1, critical evaluation of received content KP7_UU1, independently plan and implement one's own lifelong learning and guide others in this area
KP7_KK2, recognition of the importance of knowledge in solving cognitive and practical problems
KP7_KO3, active participation in activities for the preservation of the cultural heritage of the region, country and Europe
KP7_KO4, creation of platforms for tolerance and cooperation in the conditions of multicultural communication and a religiously diverse society
KP7_KO5, participation in cultural life in its various forms
KP7_KR1 responsible performance of professional roles, taking into account changing social needs, including developing the achievements and maintaining the ethos of the profession
Assessment criteria
Students are allowed two unexcused absences.
The basis for passing the course is presentation and active participation in classes.
A doctor's note or a scan of it must be provided to the course instructor no later than two weeks after the absence.
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