Linguistics: Module 1, Introduction to Linguistics Field of study: English Philology
Programme code: W1-S1FA19.2019

Module name: Linguistics: Module 1, Introduction to Linguistics
Module code: 02-FA-NX-S1-WJ-1
Programme code: W1-S1FA19.2019
Semester: winter semester 2019/2020
Language of instruction: English
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 2
Description:
Students gain basic knowledge about the origins of language, the features of language that distinguish it from animal forms of communication, various models of linguistic communication and the functions of language, moreover about language as a system and its subsystems, linguistics as a subject, the scope of linguistic study and the branches of linguistics, as well as the most important linguistic theories
Prerequisites:
none
Key reading:
(no information given)
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]
Students are aware of the level of their knowledge and skills, and they understand the need to study on their own [NX-S1-WJ-1_K1]
 FA1_K01 [4/5] FA1_K08 [1/5]
Students have basic skills that allow them to organize their own work and carry out the tasks they have undertaken [NX-S1-WJ-1_K2]
 FA1_K04 [4/5]
Students know how to obtain different kinds of information on linguistic issues and how to systematize them using methods appropriate for this discipline [NX-S1-WJ-1_U1]
 FA1_U01 [3/5]
Students have basic knowledge about the place and role of linguistics in the system of sciences and its relationships with other branches and forms of knowledge [NX-S1-WJ-1_W1]
 FA1_W01 [5/5]
Students are familiar with basic terminology in the field of linguistics [NX-S1-WJ-1_W2]
 FA1_W03 [3/5]
Students have a well-systematized general and specific knowledge of linguistics, its subject matter and research methods [NX-S1-WJ-1_W3]
 FA1_W04 [3/5]
Students have basic knowledge about the main directions and schools of linguistic study, as well as theories of language, and the most important achievements in the field of linguistics [NX-S1-WJ-1_W4]
 FA1_W07 [3/5]
Students have basic knowledge about various branches of linguistics and they are familiar with and understand the most important theories of language [NX-S1-WJ-1_W5]
 FA1_W08 [3/5]
Type Description Codes of the learning outcomes of the module to which assessment is related
discussion [NX-S1-WJ-1_w_1]
In each class students are evaluated with respect to their participation in the discussion and their preparation for the classes
 NX-S1-WJ-1_K1 NX-S1-WJ-1_K2 NX-S1-WJ-1_U1 NX-S1-WJ-1_W1 NX-S1-WJ-1_W2 NX-S1-WJ-1_W3 NX-S1-WJ-1_W4 NX-S1-WJ-1_W5
test(s) [NX-S1-WJ-1_w_2]
Written test or tests, assessing the students’ knowledge of the topics discussed during classes; either one test taken at the end of the semester or two tests, one taken in the middle and one at the end of the semester
 NX-S1-WJ-1_K1 NX-S1-WJ-1_K2 NX-S1-WJ-1_U1 NX-S1-WJ-1_W1 NX-S1-WJ-1_W2 NX-S1-WJ-1_W3 NX-S1-WJ-1_W4 NX-S1-WJ-1_W5
examination [NX-S1-WJ-1_w_3]
A written or oral examination based on the list of topics classes and the literature recommended by the teacher
 NX-S1-WJ-1_K1 NX-S1-WJ-1_K2 NX-S1-WJ-1_U1 NX-S1-WJ-1_W1 NX-S1-WJ-1_W2 NX-S1-WJ-1_W3 NX-S1-WJ-1_W4 NX-S1-WJ-1_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
practical classes [NX-S1-WJ-1_fs_1]
Classes incorporating expository instruction (explanation of particular topics supported by audiovisual aids) as well as interactive teaching (class discussion and analysis of selected issues, and workshop-type activities)
 30
Self-study in preparation for the classes, written test(s) and the examination (reading the course books or other course materials)
 20 discussion [NX-S1-WJ-1_w_1]
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