Practice of reading culture research Field of study: Scientific Information and Library Science
Programme code: W1-N1BN19.2.2025

Module name: Practice of reading culture research
Module code: W1-BN-N1-PBKC02
Programme code: W1-N1BN19.2.2025
Semester: summer semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 4
Purpose and description of the content of education:
Within the module's framework, students will learn about the dynamics of contemporary reading development - socio-cultural conditions, quantitative and qualitative studies of the social reach of books in Poland, and functional illiteracy as a phenomenon in cultural norms. The module aims to equip the student with knowledge and skills that will allow practical use of methods and standards for diagnosing and stimulating the raising of the level of reading culture of the individual and society.
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 is aware of the importance of reading research for the development of culture and education; demonstrates a willingness to take action to promote reading in the local and community-wide environment; is able to cooperate in a research team and communicate research results in a way that can be understood by different audiences; understands the need for continuous improvement of research and cultural competence in the context of changing reading practices. [PBKC02_5]
 K_K01 [4/5]
The student knows the basic concepts and theories of reading culture and its socio-cultural conditions; has knowledge of contemporary trends and dynamics of reading development in Poland and the world. [PBKC02​_1]
 K_W02 [4/5]
The student understands the phenomenon of functional illiteracy as a cultural and social problem. [PBKC02​_2]
 K_W09 [3/5]
The student can plan and carry out a study of reading practices using appropriate research methods; is able to analyze and interpret data on reading in a cultural and social context; is able to diagnose the level of reading culture in a selected social group or institution. [PBKC02​_3]
 K_U04 [4/5]
The student is able to design activities to stimulate reading development, tailored to specific needs and contexts [PBKC02​_4]
 K_U06 [4/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [PBKC02_fs_1] 10 Problem-based lecture [b01] 
Lecture-discussion [b02] 
Screen presentation [c07]  		course work PBKC02_5 PBKC02​_1 PBKC02​_2
practical classes [PBKC02_fs_2] 10 Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Activating method – peer learning [b08] 
SWOT analysis [b10]  		course work PBKC02_5 PBKC02​_3 PBKC02​_4
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
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)
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
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Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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