Lichenology (e-learning subject of choice) Field of study: Environmental Protection
Programme code: W2-S1OS19.2023

Module name: Lichenology (e-learning subject of choice)
Module code: 1OS_23_65
Programme code: W2-S1OS19.2023
Semester:
  • winter semester 2026/2027
  • winter semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: depending on the choice
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 2
Purpose and description of the content of education:
Objective: to systematize and expand knowledge on the diversity and importance of lichenized fungi (lichens). The subject is designed to encourage students to deepen their knowledge in the field of natural sciences - in the field of the diversity of lichenized fungi and their importance in nature, through a distance learning system. After completing the module, the student should know the most important concepts related to the structure of lichens, the method of their reproduction, the rules for their determination, as well as the methods of collecting and preserving the research material. He should know the protected species of lichens and their importance for the natural environment. The Lichenology subject is an elective course in the e-learning mode.
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]
Demonstrates an appropriate level of knowledge and understanding of biological terminology relevant to the field of biology and environmental protection and related fields. Knows and understands the relationships and dependencies between biological processes occurring in nature. [w1]
 1OS_W01 [2/5] 1OS_W02 [2/5] 1OS_W04 [2/5] 1OS_W14 [2/5] 1OS_U07 [2/5]
Has basic knowledge of the classification of fungal and fungus-like organisms, biological diversity, understands the natural phenomena and processes that shape it and the human impact on the environment on a local, regional and global scale, knows and understands the functioning of a lichen organism as a complex whole and the relationship between this organism and environment. [w2]
 1OS_W04 [3/5] 1OS_W05 [2/5] 1OS_U07 [2/5] 1OS_U09 [2/5] 1OS_U10 [2/5]
Is able to work independently and communicate with a group during teamwork, is able to select and use available sources of information, evaluate, critically analyze and synthesize this information. [w3]
 1OS_U07 [3/5] 1OS_U10 [2/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
laboratory classes [L1] 30 Explanation/clarification [a05] 
Activating method – flipped classroom [b09] 
Demonstration-imitation [c06] 
Working with a computer [d01] 
Working with another teaching tool [d03] 
Laboratory exercise / experiment [e01] 
Self-education [f01] 
Individual work with a text [f02]  		course work w1 w2 w3
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Search for materials and review activities necessary for class participation [a01] Preparation for classes
reviewing literature, documentation, tools and materials as well as the specifics of the syllabus and the range of activities indicated in it as required for full participation in classes
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
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)
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
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.
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
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