Analysis of a theatrical performance Field of study: Media Cultures
Programme code: W1-S1KM19.2024

Module name: Analysis of a theatrical performance
Module code: W1-KM-S1-AST05
Programme code: W1-S1KM19.2024
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 aim of the module is to acquaint students with the specificity of theatre as a medium, as well as to develop skills of analysis and interpretation of various forms of theatrical performance. Within the module, the student will get acquainted with the morphology of a theatrical performance, selected phenomena of theatrical communication in semiotic, cognitive and performative terms (the theory of reception of a theatrical performance, the process of assigning meanings in theatre). Classes are implemented in the form of workshops based on joint participation in theatre performances.
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]
thinks and acts in an entrepreneurial way, participating intensively and consciously in various forms of theatre life, including through the media; is aware of the value of the cultural life of the region, the country, Europe and the world [K_01]
 W1-M01SN_K03 [5/5]
is able to use theoretical clues to interpret texts of living culture mediated by the theatrical medium, and is able to use theatrical and communicological concepts [U_01]
 W1-M01SN_U04 [4/5]
is able to prepare and present various forms of oral presentations, drawing conclusions from his/her own experience and using material from a variety of sources [U_02]
 W1-M01SN_U09 [4/5]
knows and understands the methods of analysis and interpretation of various theatrical cultural productions appropriate to selected traditions, theories in the field of theatre and performance knowledge and cultural anthropology [W_01]
 W1-M01SN_W05 [4/5]
has advanced knowledge of human social and media functioning; role, place, status, position, prestige and their social dynamics [W_02]
 W1-M01SN_W11 [5/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
discussion classes [W1-KM-K] 30 Description [a03] 
Explanation/clarification [a05] 
Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Activating methods: a case study [b07] 
Screen presentation [c07] 
Working with another teaching tool [d03] 
Observation [e06] 
Individual work with a text [f02] 
Conceptual work [f03]  		course work K_01 U_01 U_02 W_01 W_02
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)
Consulting materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus [a04] Preparation for classes
agreeing on materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus, supporting the implementation of tasks resulting from or necessary for class participation
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Verification / adjustment / discussion of syllabus provisions [b02] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
consulting the content of the syllabus, possibly in the presence of the year tutor or members of the class group, and, if necessary, reassessing the provisions concerning special conditions for class participation, e.g., space and time requirements, technical and other requirements, including conditions for participation in classes outside the walls of the university, classes organized in blocks, organized online, etc.
Determining the stages of task implementation contributing to the verification of learning outcomes [c01] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
devising a task implementation strategy embracing the division of content, the range of activities, implementation time and/or the method(s) of obtaining the necessary materials and tools, etc.
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
Undertaking, on one’s own initiative and individually, activities aimed at expanding the scope or depth of the teaching content, also beyond the walls of the University [e01] Activities complementary to the classes
a set of activities undertaken independently and on the student's own initiative, aimed at expanding the depth and scope of knowledge and skills, their revision and repetition, retention or verification, also activities carried outside the university, e.g., in a culture promoting or educational institution, a laboratory, in the open air, etc.; also self-education
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Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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