Game Design: Module 1 – Interpretation of Games Field of study: English Philology
Programme code: W1-S1FA19.2021

Module name: Game Design: Module 1 – Interpretation of Games
Module code: W1-FA-SW-S1-IAG-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: course work
ECTS credits: 2
Description:
The course aims to introduce students to possible interpretations of digital games through the perspectives of literary studies and cultural theory. In terms of analytical skills, students learn to identify basic game-narrative strategies, inspired mostly by structuralist methodologies. In terms of interpretation, the course is based on the achievements of post-structuralist thought and narrative theory. Outside of the readings of selected games, the course also focuses on their influence on the cultural and social aspects of the digital game market. The course aims, as well, at a practical application of the discussed issues as creative inspiration and tools for a critical exploration of new products of culture.
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]
recognizes their own knowledge and skills and the need for continuous education and cultural development. [SW-S1-PG1-RI_K_1]
 FA1_K01 [2/5]
formulates and analyzes research problems; selects methods and research tools, develops and presents the effects of own research to solve basic tasks or problems within the studied discipline. [SW-S1-PG1-RI_U_1]
 FA1_U02 [2/5]
interprets independently examples of interactive entertainment to develop their analytical skills. [SW-S1-PG1-RI_U_2]
 FA1_U04 [3/5] FA1_U06 [3/5]
develops written works and oral presentations in English presenting their own interpretations and analyses of interactive entertainment, using basic theoretical approaches and varied sources, taking into account a variety of approaches. [SW-S1-PG1-RI_U_3]
 FA1_U12 [3/5]
recognizes different types of texts and products of material culture in the field of studied discipline and conducts critical analysis to determine their meanings and social impact. [SW-S1-PG1-RI_U_4]
 FA1_U15 [2/5]
identifies interactive entertainment’s cultural significance, and the specific methodologies games studies. [SW-S1-PG1-RI_W_1]
 FA1_W01 [2/5] FA1_W02 [2/5] FA1_W14 [2/5] FA1_W15 [3/5]
applies proper terminology related to the interpretation and analysis of interactive entertainment. [SW-S1-PG1-RI_W_2]
 FA1_W03 [3/5] FA1_W15 [3/5]
recognizes and understands the methods of analysis and interpretation of various cultural products appropriate to selected traditions, theories, or research methodologies within the studied discipline. [SW-S1-PG1-RI_W_3]
 FA1_W09 [2/5]
Type Description Codes of the learning outcomes of the module to which assessment is related
Test/ quiz or tests/ quizzes [SW-S1-PG1-RI_w_1]
A test/ quiz or tests/ quizzes allowing for evaluating student's knowledge of the theoretical aspects discussed during classes and their interpretation skills.
 SW-S1-PG1-RI_U_2 SW-S1-PG1-RI_U_4 SW-S1-PG1-RI_W_1 SW-S1-PG1-RI_W_2 SW-S1-PG1-RI_W_3
Individual or group project or student presentation, or essay [SW-S1-PG1-RI_w_2]
Individual or group project, or student presentation featuring an interpretation of digital games and delivered during classes, or an essay allowing to evaluate student's interpretation skills
 SW-S1-PG1-RI_K_1 SW-S1-PG1-RI_U_1 SW-S1-PG1-RI_U_2 SW-S1-PG1-RI_U_3 SW-S1-PG1-RI_U_4
Rozmowa kontrolna (opcjonalnie) [SW-S1-PG1-RI_w_3]
Ustna ocena stopnia przygotowania studenta do zajęć dokonywana na bieżąco w trakcie trwania modułu. Ocena może dotyczyć znajomości zadanego na dane zajęcia tekstu oraz znajomości problemów i zagadnień uprzednio omówionych.
 SW-S1-PG1-RI_U_2 SW-S1-PG1-RI_U_4 SW-S1-PG1-RI_W_1 SW-S1-PG1-RI_W_2 SW-S1-PG1-RI_W_3
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 [SW-S1-PG1-RI_fs_1]
Zajęcia prowadzone według schematu: 1. Wprowadzenie i opis zagadnienia teoretycznego. 2. Prezentacja przykładowych możliwości interpretacji przykładu z dziedziny rozrywki interaktywnej. 3. Dyskusja i interpretacja kolejnych elementów danego przykładu.
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Lektura tekstów obowiązkowych oraz uzupełniających z zakresu omawianej tematyki, poszukiwanie i przyswojenie informacji wzbogacających rozumienie omawianych zagadnień. - Przygotowanie i prezentacja własnej interpretacji przykładów rozrywki interaktywnej (lub przygotowanie pracy pisemnej) - przygotowanie do testu
60 Test/ quiz or tests/ quizzes [SW-S1-PG1-RI_w_1] Individual or group project or student presentation, or essay [SW-S1-PG1-RI_w_2] Rozmowa kontrolna (opcjonalnie) [SW-S1-PG1-RI_w_3]
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Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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