Science as a Subsystem of Culture Field of study: Scientific Information and Library Science
Programme code: W1-N1BN19.2.2025

Module name: Science as a Subsystem of Culture
Module code: W1-BN-N1-OPNPK02
Programme code: W1-N1BN19.2.2025
Semester: summer semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 2
Purpose and description of the content of education:
Within the framework of the module, students acquire knowledge of the science of science as a cultural phenomenon embedded in values, language, institutions and social practices. The implementation of the module aims to prepare the student to practically apply the acquired knowledge and skills in areas concerning the understanding of science as part of culture (relations between science and other spheres of social life, reflection on the values, norms and language of science, development of critical thinking about science and its social role).
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 has a structured knowledge of science as a cultural phenomenon, embedded in values, language, institutions and social practices; knows the basic concepts and theories on the relationship between science and other spheres of social life (e.g., politics, religion, media, education); understands the axiological and normative foundations of scientific activity and their cultural conditions; is familiar with contemporary debates on the social role of science, its legitimacy and function in the society of knowledge. [OPNPK02​_1]
 K_W01 [4/5]
The student is able to analyze scientific phenomena from a cultural and social science perspective; knows how to recognize and interpret the language, values and norms present in scientific discourse; [OPNPK02​_2]
 K_U01 [4/5]
The student can critically assess the role of science in shaping contemporary culture and public debate; knows how to apply the knowledge gained to analyze the relationship between science and other areas of culture (e.g., art, media, education). [OPNPK02​_3]
 K_U05 [4/5]
The student is aware of the cultural and social dimension of science and its impact on the formation of attitudes and social values; demonstrates a willingness to participate in public debate on the role of science in society; is able to cooperate in a group in the implementation of research and reflection projects on science as an element of culture; understands the importance of social and ethical responsibility in the context of scientific activity and its dissemination. [OPNPK02​_4]
 K_K03 [4/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
practical classes [OPNPK02_fs_1] 10 Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Activating methods: a case study [b07] 
Screen presentation [c07]  		course work OPNPK02​_1 OPNPK02​_2 OPNPK02​_3 OPNPK02​_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
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.
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
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
Attachments
Module description (PDF)
Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
Semester Module Language of instruction
(no information given)