Practical English: Module 5 - Written Language (Creative Writing) 5 Field of study: English Philology
Programme code: W1-S1FA19.2021

Module name: Practical English: Module 5 - Written Language (Creative Writing) 5
Module code: W1-FA-SKX-S1-P1-JP-5
Programme code: W1-S1FA19.2021
Semester:
  • winter semester 2026/2027
  • winter semester 2025/2026
  • winter semester 2024/2025
  • winter semester 2023/2024
Language of instruction: English
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 2
Description:
The module aims to deepen students’ practical knowledge of English through developing their skills for the purposes of writing longer fictional texts, including the use of punctuation on an advanced level. One of the main aims of the module is to teach students build longer narratives with a special emphasis on plot development, dialogue building and character development.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of Practical Knowledge of English: Module 4 - Writtenn :n Language 4
Key reading:
Specified in the syllabus
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]
Is aware of the social and cultural significance of creativity [SKX-S1PNJ5-JP5_K_1]
 FA1_K02 [4/5] FA1_K05 [2/5]
Is able to use a broad range of vocabulary and figurative language in written text, including the specialist language determined by the field of studies. [SKX-S1PNJ5-JP5_U_1]
 FA1_U13 [2/5] FA1_U14 [4/5]
Is able to write a text that includes the basic elements of creative writing. [SKX-S1PNJ5-JP5_U_2]
 FA1_U13 [2/5]
Can use different solutions for the construction of plot in shorter literary texts and is aware of their consequences for the world-building and world perception of the represented world. Is able to design different structures of events according to different conventions of plot building. [SKX-S1PNJ5-JP5_U_3]
 FA1_U09 [2/5] FA1_U12 [2/5]
Can creatively rewrite and write texts following different textual conventions with the preservation of genre coherence and consistency of plot. [SKX-S1PNJ5-JP5_U_4]
 FA1_U05 [2/5] FA1_U09 [2/5] FA1_U13 [2/5]
Can use different styles and figurative language in literary texts. [SKX-S1PNJ5-JP5_U_5]
 FA1_U09 [4/5] FA1_U13 [3/5]
Can use punctuation consciously and fluently to shape the intended meaning of written texts. [SKX-S1PNJ5-JP5_U_6]
 FA1_U12 [2/5]
Has active knowledge of vocabulary and terminology in numerous areas of everyday life, work and culture, as well as of specialist vocabulary in accordance with a given field of studies. [SKX-S1PNJ5-JP5_W_1]
 FA1_W03 [3/5] FA1_W06 [3/5]
Has broad practical knowledge of English punctuation. [SKX-S1PNJ5-JP5_W_2]
 FA1_W06 [2/5]
Knows the basic elements of creative writing (dialogues, character development, setting development, plot development) [SKX-S1PNJ5-JP5_W_3]
 FA1_W05 [3/5] FA1_W06 [3/5]
Knows the principles of writing literary texts in different generic conventions (realist and non-realist) and in different conventions of plot development. [SKX-S1PNJ5-JP5_W_4]
 FA1_W05 [3/5] FA1_W06 [2/5]
Knows different figurative techniques and is familiar with the problem of style in literary texts. [SKX-S1PNJ5-JP5_W_5]
 FA1_W05 [3/5] FA1_W15 [2/5]
Is familiar with the phenomenon of plagiarism. [SKX-S1PNJ5-JP5_W_6]
 FA1_W14 [2/5]
Type Description Codes of the learning outcomes of the module to which assessment is related
Written assignments [SKX-S1PNJ5_JP5_w_1]
Continuous assessment of students’ practical creative writing skills based on texts written at home or in class.
 SKX-S1PNJ5-JP5_U_1 SKX-S1PNJ5-JP5_U_2 SKX-S1PNJ5-JP5_U_3 SKX-S1PNJ5-JP5_U_4 SKX-S1PNJ5-JP5_U_5 SKX-S1PNJ5-JP5_U_6 SKX-S1PNJ5-JP5_W_1 SKX-S1PNJ5-JP5_W_2 SKX-S1PNJ5-JP5_W_3 SKX-S1PNJ5-JP5_W_4 SKX-S1PNJ5-JP5_W_5 SKX-S1PNJ5-JP5_W_6
Examination [SKX-S1PNJ5_JP5_w_2]
Assessment of students’ writing skills based on an assigned essay and its grammatical, lexical, stylistic correctness as well as the form and quality of the argument.
 SKX-S1PNJ5-JP5_K_1 SKX-S1PNJ5-JP5_U_1 SKX-S1PNJ5-JP5_U_2 SKX-S1PNJ5-JP5_U_3 SKX-S1PNJ5-JP5_U_4 SKX-S1PNJ5-JP5_U_5 SKX-S1PNJ5-JP5_U_6 SKX-S1PNJ5-JP5_W_1 SKX-S1PNJ5-JP5_W_2 SKX-S1PNJ5-JP5_W_3 SKX-S1PNJ5-JP5_W_4 SKX-S1PNJ5-JP5_W_5 SKX-S1PNJ5-JP5_W_6
Form of teaching Student's own work Assessment of the learning outcomes
Type Description (including teaching methods) Number of hours Description Number of hours
practical classes [SKX-S1-PNJ5-JP5_fs_1]
Practical classes aimed at improving students’ practical language skills for reading writing texts of fiction. Analysis of literary texts as examples. Written vocabulary exercises. Punctuation exercises.
 30
Written exercises to practice creative writing composition on a near proficiency level. Participation in consultations with the instructor. Preparation for the final exam.
 30 Written assignments [SKX-S1PNJ5_JP5_w_1] Examination [SKX-S1PNJ5_JP5_w_2]
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