Literary Theory: Module 1 - Introduction to Literary Studies 1 Field of study: English Philology
Programme code: W1-S1FA19.2021

Module name: Literary Theory: Module 1 - Introduction to Literary Studies 1
Module code: W1-FA-NX-S1-WL1-1
Programme code: W1-S1FA19.2021
Semester:
  • winter semester 2024/2025
  • winter semester 2023/2024
  • winter semester 2022/2023
  • winter semester 2021/2022
Language of instruction: English
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 2
Description:
The aim of the course is to familiarize students with literary studies: its terminology, goals, development and methodology, with special emphasis on contemporary trends in research on the literary text. The lectures focus mainly on contemporary, mainly 20th century, theories of literature and approaches to literature, their historical and ideological contexts and the relations between literary studies and other areas of reflection in the humanities (e.g., philosophy, aesthetics, linguistics, anthropology, psychology and semiotics). The classes aim at deepening students’ knowledge of selected terminology used in literary theory through the analysis of source texts and application of these texts and theoretical tools to interpretations of literary works.
Prerequisites:
None
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 his/her own knowledge and skills. [NX-S1-TL-WL-2_K1]
 FA1_K01 [2/5]
is able to distinguish and describe the assumptions, claims and objectives of the most important currents in the field of theory and methodology of literary research. Is able to read and analyse a text on the theory of literature. [NX-S1-TL-WL-2_U1]
 FA1_U01 [2/5] FA1_U02 [3/5] FA1_U03 [2/5]
understands the differences between the most important schools of literary theory (especially those of the 20th century). [NX-S1-TL-WL-2_U2]
 FA1_U04 [2/5]
is able to perceive the literary theory currents in a wider context of culture and philosophy of the 20th century. [NX-S1-TL-WL-2_U3]
 FA1_U06 [2/5]
perceives literature from an interdisciplinary perspective, as part of broader cultural, social, and ideological discourse; can use the knowledge of literary studies to interpret literary texts. [NX-S1-TL-WL-2_U_4]
 FA1_U04 [2/5] FA1_U11 [3/5]
has the basic knowledge of the theory and methodology of literary research as well as the most important trends in Literary Studies. [NX-S1-TL-WL-2_W1]
 FA1_W01 [3/5] FA1_W02 [2/5] FA1_W07 [3/5]
has knowledge of the chosen philosophical and cultural context reflected in the literary theory trends. [NX-S1-TL-WL-2_W2]
 FA1_W03 [2/5] FA1_W06 [2/5]
has the basic knowledge of the reasoning employed by each school of Literary Studies [NX-S1-TL-WL-2_W3]
 FA1_W07 [2/5]
knows the main ideas of the representatives of Literary Studies. [NX-S1-TL-WL-2_W4]
 FA1_W08 [2/5]
knows the basic terminology in the field of Literary Studies. [NX-S1-TL-WL-2_W5]
 FA1_W09 [2/5]
Type Description Codes of the learning outcomes of the module to which assessment is related
Examination [NX-S1-TL-WL-2_w_1]
The final test examines the level of students’ assimilation and understanding of the course’s content relating to trends, significance and contexts of contemporary literary studies.
 NX-S1-TL-WL-2_K1 NX-S1-TL-WL-2_U1 NX-S1-TL-WL-2_U2 NX-S1-TL-WL-2_U3 NX-S1-TL-WL-2_U_4 NX-S1-TL-WL-2_W1 NX-S1-TL-WL-2_W2 NX-S1-TL-WL-2_W3 NX-S1-TL-WL-2_W4 NX-S1-TL-WL-2_W5
Test or tests [NX-S1-TL-WL-2_w_2]
Verification methods test students’ level of assimilation and understanding of the course’s content relating to trends, significance, and contexts of contemporary literary studies, with special emphasis on reading and interpretation practice.
 NX-S1-TL-WL-2_K1 NX-S1-TL-WL-2_U1 NX-S1-TL-WL-2_U2 NX-S1-TL-WL-2_U3 NX-S1-TL-WL-2_U_4 NX-S1-TL-WL-2_W1 NX-S1-TL-WL-2_W2 NX-S1-TL-WL-2_W3 NX-S1-TL-WL-2_W4 NX-S1-TL-WL-2_W5
Written assignments (optional) [NX-S1-TL-WL-2_w_3]
Verification methods test students’ level of assimilation and understanding of the course’s content relating to trends, significance, and contexts of contemporary literary studies, with special emphasis on reading and interpretation practice.
 NX-S1-TL-WL-2_K1 NX-S1-TL-WL-2_U1 NX-S1-TL-WL-2_U2 NX-S1-TL-WL-2_U3 NX-S1-TL-WL-2_U_4 NX-S1-TL-WL-2_W1 NX-S1-TL-WL-2_W2 NX-S1-TL-WL-2_W3 NX-S1-TL-WL-2_W4 NX-S1-TL-WL-2_W5
Control interview (optional) [NX-S1-TL-WL-2_w_4]
Assessment of students’ preparation for classes, conducted on ongoing basis or carried out at specific course stages specified in the syllabus; the evaluation may include students’ participation during the classes and their knowledge of the issues that have been previously discussed in class
 NX-S1-TL-WL-2_K1 NX-S1-TL-WL-2_U1 NX-S1-TL-WL-2_U2 NX-S1-TL-WL-2_U3 NX-S1-TL-WL-2_U_4 NX-S1-TL-WL-2_W1 NX-S1-TL-WL-2_W2 NX-S1-TL-WL-2_W3 NX-S1-TL-WL-2_W4 NX-S1-TL-WL-2_W5
Form of teaching Student's own work Assessment of the learning outcomes
Type Description (including teaching methods) Number of hours Description Number of hours
lecture [NX-S1-TL-WL-2_fs_1]
Issue- and overview-oriented lecture; audio-visual presentations; elements of interpretation and discussion.
 15
Assimilation of lecture content aiming at a deeper understanding of the issues addressed, also with the help of additional reading
 15 Examination [NX-S1-TL-WL-2_w_1]
practical classes [NX-S1-TL-WL-2_fs_2]
Reading and analysis of theoretical texts; sample interpretations of literary works
 15
Preparation for class discussion about texts; preparation of written assignments (if applicable); additional reading; preparation for test or tests
 15 Test or tests [NX-S1-TL-WL-2_w_2] Written assignments (optional) [NX-S1-TL-WL-2_w_3] Control interview (optional) [NX-S1-TL-WL-2_w_4]
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