History of library Field of study: Scientific Information and Library Science
Programme code: W1-N1BN19.2024

Module name: History of library
Module code: W1-BN-N1-HB06
Programme code: W1-N1BN19.2024
Semester: summer semester 2026/2027
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 2
Purpose and description of the content of education:
During the module, students will learn about the principles of organization and operation of historical libraries, seen in the context of bibliological issues and related to general history and knowledge of art and culture. Completing the module will allow you to learn about the history of various types of libraries in Poland and around the world, including the characteristics of the principles of collecting, processing, storing, sharing and conservation of collections. Characteristic features of church libraries, rulers' libraries, and private, foundation and public libraries will be presented. The most important architectural styles and iconographic programs as well as library equipment will be discussed on the example of historical libraries in Europe. The student will acquire knowledge about historical bindings and other ownership marks, as well as learn the principles of researching institutions related to the history of libraries. As you expand your knowledge, you will deepen your terminology in the issues discussed. Will be able to critically evaluate the literature on the subject and identify cultural products.
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]
Students have their knowledge about the functioning of historical book collections, their creators, and their users, as well as their role in the processes of communication and the creation of cultural heritage. They will learn from a chronological and problematic perspective the types of libraries, models of their creation and architectural styles used in the construction and equipment of libraries throughout history. [HB06​_1]
 K_W02 [5/5]
Students learn terminology related to architectural styles, library construction, the principles used in designing library spaces, and related issues. [HB06​_2]
 K_W04 [5/5]
Students can identify and locate historical book collections in cultural space and perceive them in the context of their general knowledge. [HB06​_3]
 K_U08 [4/5]
Students are aware of the responsibility for preserving the regional, national and world cultural heritage related to the resources of historical book collections and related issues. Being aware of the evolution of architectural styles in which valuable collections were and are being kept, the student is open to new ideas and is ready to revise his or her opinion in the light of new knowledge. [HB06​_4]
 K_K04 [4/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [HB06_fs_1] 10 Problem-based lecture [b01] 
Screen presentation [c07]  		course work HB06​_1 HB06​_2 HB06​_3 HB06​_4
laboratory classes [HB06_fs_2] 10 Video show [c02] 
Working with another teaching tool [d03] 
Individual work with a text [f02]  		course work HB06​_1 HB06​_2 HB06​_3 HB06​_4
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
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
Studying the literature used in and the materials produced in class [c02] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
exploring the studied content, inquiring, considering, assimilating, interpreting it, or organizing knowledge obtained from the literature, documentation, instructions, scenarios, etc., used in class as well as from the notes or other materials/artifacts made in class
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