Linguistic analysis of specialised texts Field of study: Scientific Information and Library Science
Programme code: W1-S2BN19.2.2025

Module name: Linguistic analysis of specialised texts
Module code: W1-BN-S2-ALTS02
Programme code: W1-S2BN19.2.2025
Semester: summer semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: English
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 4
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The aim of the course is to develop students’ language competences to the B2+ level through in-depth linguistic analysis of English-language academic texts in the field of cultural studies, as well as professional literature related to library and information activities. The programme includes a detailed discussion of text structure, terminology, syntax, and pragmatic aspects characteristic of English-language academic and professional publications. Students enhance their ability to accurately comprehend complex content in English, to identify linguistic features typical of specialist discourse, and to interpret texts in the context of the specific nature of the discipline.
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]
By analyzing specialized texts in the form of scholarly publications in the fields of culture studies as well as book and information studies, the student consolidates and expands their knowledge of research areas and methods, and the principles of their appropriate application depending on the nature and purpose of the research, while also becoming familiar with current issues and directions of development within the discipline. [ALTS02_01]
 K_W01 [3/5]
The student develops language skills at the B2+ level, expanding their competencies to include specialized communication in English — both spoken and written — by mastering terminology and structures characteristic of academic and professional discourse. [ALTS02_02]
 KJ.2023_U [5/5]
The student is able to use terminological sources and independently search for information necessary for an in-depth understanding of the analyzed content - both from a linguistic and cultural perspective - related to book and information science. [ALTS02_03]
 K_U01 [4/5]
The student develops professional communication skills in English for communication within GLAM institutions (galleries, libraries, archives, museums). [ALTS02_04]
 K_U07 [4/5]
The student is able to critically assess their level of knowledge, including language competencies, and to develop them independently, taking into account scientific and technological progress as well as the resulting changes in scientific and professional terminology. [ALTS02_05]
 K_K01 [3/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
practical classes [ALTS02_fs_1] 30 Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Activating method – flipped classroom [b09] 
Audio playback / audio drama [c03] 
Screen presentation [c07] 
Working with another teaching tool [d03] 
Individual work with a text [f02]  		course work ALTS02_01 ALTS02_02 ALTS02_03 ALTS02_04 ALTS02_05
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
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
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
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.
Analysis of the corrective feedback provided by the academic teacher on the results of the verification of learning outcomes [d01] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reading through the academic teacher’s comments, assessments and opinions on the implementation of the task aimed at checking the level of the achieved learning outcomes
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