Intercultural competences Field of study: Information Architecture
Programme code: W1-S1AI19.2023

Module name: Intercultural competences
Module code: W1-AI-S1-KM04
Programme code: W1-S1AI19.2023
Semester:
  • summer semester 2025/2026
  • summer semester 2024/2025
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 2
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The goal of the course is to practically develop cultural synergy based on diversity. As an integral part of the module, students learn the principles of effective operation in a culturally diverse environment through creative thinking, discovering stereotypes and their sources, pointing out similarities and differences between cultures, and the benefits and dangers of cross-cultural contacts. Students gain knowledge of the role of cultural factors in the management of information processes, including in economic terms. They learn about the assumptions of international programs for students like ERASMUS as part of the education of students in the process of preparing them to take action in the global labour market in intercultural teams.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
The student knows the socio-cultural consequences of the globalization changes of the 21st century. He is aware of the necessity of forming intercultural competence as an element of cultural intelligence. Knows the basics of effective action in a culturally diverse environment on the principles of creative adaptation and cooperation. [OPKM05_1 ]
 K_W07 [4/5]
The student is able to independently identify components of intercultural competence in psychological, pedagogical, social, and economic aspects and their interactions. He can recognize indicators of cultural adaptability, as well as the influence of cultural factors on economic and informational behaviour. [OPKM05_2 ]
 K_U03 [5/5] K_U12 [4/5]
The student is able to name and effectively remove barriers to cross-cultural interaction, identify the phenomenon of culture shock, plan and implement acculturation strategies, and identify individual communication resources and their importance in a specific cultural context. [OPKM05_3 ]
 K_U10 [5/5]
The student uses the acquired intercultural skills in initiating practical cooperation with representatives of a culture other than his own in information processes. [OPKM05_4 ]
 K_K03 [5/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
practical classes [KM04_fs_1] 30 Activating method – educational games [b03] 
Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Activating method – staged drama/drama [b06]  		course work OPKM05_1 OPKM05_2 OPKM05_3 OPKM05_4
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Search for materials and review activities necessary for class participation [a01] Preparation for classes
reviewing literature, documentation, tools and materials as well as the specifics of the syllabus and the range of activities indicated in it as required for full participation in classes
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Developing practical skills [a03] Preparation for classes
activities involving the repetition, refinement and consolidation of practical skills, including those developed during previous classes or new skills necessary for the implementation of subsequent elements of the curriculum (as preparation for class participation)
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Module description (PDF)
Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
Semester Module Language of instruction
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