Workshop: controversy and valuation Field of study: Interdisciplinary Environmental Studies in the Humanities
Programme code: W1-S1SH24.2024

Module name: Workshop: controversy and valuation
Module code: W1-SH-S1-KW
Programme code: W1-S1SH24.2024
Semester: winter semester 2026/2027
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 3
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The main aim of the module is to consider and discuss ethically controversial issues such as climate change, environmental threats, gender, sexual, species, economic and technological inequalities. The presentation of historical controversies (slavery, feudalism, gender inequality) and the discussion of current controversies with their modes of representation shall lead to a re-evaluation of dominant environmental discourses from a humanistic perspective and to the conviction about the new (equality- and diversity-based) ways of living. Students develop skills in discussing controversies, both in rhetorical-argumentative terms and in drawing attention to socio-political ways of constructing hierarchies of values.
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]
has advanced knowledge of theories relating to pragmatic and performative approaches to language, the politics of representations, discursive mode of knowledge, influence of linguistic and pictorial constructions on the way we perceive the world [01]
 W02 [2/5]
is aware of the value of public discussions, the need to speak up on controversial issues, the importance of an engaged and collaborative attitude, especially in order to solve (controversial, ambiguous) ethical, social, environmental, health problems etc. [02]
 W08 [3/5]
can reach different audiences (academic as well as non-professional) through different types of knowledge [03]
 U03 [2/5]
can analyse, interpret and produce texts, statements, messages, perceiving in them a variety of interests and ideologies [04]
 U03 [3/5]
is ready to seek inspiration, knowledge and answers to doubts in non-human sciences [05]
 K05 [2/5]
can use a variety of rhetorical strategies, choose convincing factual and contextual arguments, think critically and analytically, as well as develop an empathetic, friendly attitude in discussions and debates [06]
 U06 [2/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
workshop [Wr] 30 Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Activating methods: a case study [b07] 
Video show [c02]  		course work 01 02 03 04 05 06
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
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)
Production/preparation of tools, materials or documentation necessary for class participation [a05] Preparation for classes
developing, preparing and assessing the usefulness of tools and materials (e.g. aids, scenarios, research tools, equipment, etc.) to be employed in class or as an aid when preparing for classes
Implementation of an individual or group assignment necessary for course/phase/examination completion [c03] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
a set of activities aimed at performing an assigned task, to be executed out of class, as an obligatory phase/element of the verification of the learning outcomes assigned to the course
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Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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