Literary Theory: Module 3 - Aspects of Drama Field of study: English Philology
Programme code: W1-S1FA19.2021

Module name: Literary Theory: Module 3 - Aspects of Drama
Module code: W1-FA-KJ-S1-ZD-3
Programme code: W1-S1FA19.2021
Semester:
  • winter semester 2025/2026
  • winter semester 2024/2025
  • winter semester 2023/2024
  • winter semester 2022/2023
Language of instruction: English
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 2
Description:
The aim of the classes is to broaden students’ knowledge about theatre studies as well as familiarise them with selected theories and concepts connected with theatre. The course introduces major traditional and contemporary movements in the evolution of drama along with their cultural and historical contexts. Topics covered include the main elements of drama structure and their functions, dramatic genres, the history of the theatre in the West. During the classes, the students will be acquainted with the key terms used in contemporary theatre studies.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of Literary Theory: Module 2.
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]
has the ability to think critically and creatively and to perceive socio-cultural contexts [KJ-S1-TL3-ZD_K_1]
 FA1_K02 [3/5]
is aware of their acquired knowledge and skills in relation to the aspects of drama [KJ-S1-TL3-ZD_K_2]
 FA1_K01 [2/5]
can use basic knowledge in the area of theatre studies and apply it to analyse and interpret cultural problems and phenomena. [KJ-S1-TL3-ZD_U_1]
 FA1_U03 [4/5] FA1_U18 [3/5]
understands basic methods of critical analysis and of interpretation of dramatic texts; uses those methods to analyse canonical English literary works in the context of historical events and social and cultural transformations. [KJ-S1-TL3-ZD_U_2]
 FA1_U06 [3/5] FA1_U18 [3/5]
is familiar with the basic English terminology in the area of drama and theatre studies. [KJ-S1-TL3-ZD_W_1]
 FA1_W03 [3/5]
ss familiar with methods used to analyse and interpret dramatic texts. [KJ-S1-TL3-ZD_W_2]
 FA1_W09 [4/5]
knows chosen conceptions and theories of drama and theatre. [KJ-S1-TL3-ZD_W_3]
 FA1_W07 [4/5]
Type Description Codes of the learning outcomes of the module to which assessment is related
Students' presentations [KJ-S1-TL3-ZD_w_1]
Student's competence and skills are evaluated on the basis of their work (presented orally or in writing), which represents their interpretations and critical analysis of the problems discussed in class and concerning drama and theatre.
 KJ-S1-TL3-ZD_K_1 KJ-S1-TL3-ZD_K_2 KJ-S1-TL3-ZD_U_1 KJ-S1-TL3-ZD_U_2 KJ-S1-TL3-ZD_W_1 KJ-S1-TL3-ZD_W_2 KJ-S1-TL3-ZD_W_3
Written or assignments [KJ-S1-TL3-ZD_w_2]
Evaluation of student's work on the basis of a chosen project, submitted in an oral or written form.
 KJ-S1-TL3-ZD_K_1 KJ-S1-TL3-ZD_K_2 KJ-S1-TL3-ZD_U_1 KJ-S1-TL3-ZD_U_2 KJ-S1-TL3-ZD_W_1 KJ-S1-TL3-ZD_W_2 KJ-S1-TL3-ZD_W_3
Control interview (optional) [KJ-S1-TL3-ZD_w_3]
Assessment of students’ preparation for classes, conducted on an 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
 KJ-S1-TL3-ZD_K_1 KJ-S1-TL3-ZD_K_2 KJ-S1-TL3-ZD_U_1 KJ-S1-TL3-ZD_U_2 KJ-S1-TL3-ZD_W_1 KJ-S1-TL3-ZD_W_2 KJ-S1-TL3-ZD_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 [KX-S1-TL3-ZD-3_fs_1]
The following methods are used: 1) verbal (description, explication, presentation); 2. practical application (own analysis of chosen literary passages and theatrical adaptations).
 30
Preparation for class discussion on the basis of the materials supplied by the teacher (incl. literary and theoretical texts); preparation of presentations/writing of essays.
 30 Students' presentations [KJ-S1-TL3-ZD_w_1] Written or assignments [KJ-S1-TL3-ZD_w_2] Control interview (optional) [KJ-S1-TL3-ZD_w_3]
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