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-KX-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: course work
ECTS credits: 5
Description:
The aim of the course is to familiarize students with literary studies: its terminology, goals, development and methodology. The course also explains relations between contemporary literary studies and other areas of reflection in the humanities (e.g., philosophy, aesthetics, linguistics, anthropology, psychology and semiotics). The focus in the lectures is on basic terms, distinctions, and classifications. The goal of discussion classes is to deepen students’ knowledge of selected terminology 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 the level of his/her knowledge and competence. [KX-S1-TL1-W1_K_1]
 FA1_K01 [3/5]
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 analyze a literary-theoretical text of intermediate difficulty. [KX-S1-TL1-W1_U_1]
 FA1_U01 [3/5] FA1_U02 [2/5] FA1_U03 [3/5]
can appreciate the variety of ideas and approaches in contemporary literary studies and their context. [KX-S1-TL1-W1_U_2]
 FA1_U04 [2/5] FA1_U11 [2/5]
can read, understand and analyze a literary-theoretical text of intermediate difficulty and use the thus-acquired information in his/her own interpretation of a literary work. [KX-S1-TL1-W1_U_3]
 FA1_U01 [3/5] FA1_U02 [2/5] FA1_U03 [3/5] FA1_U10 [2/5]
perceives literature from an interdisciplinary perspective, in its relation to the arts, other fields of the humanities and the historico-cultural background; can read and interpret literary texts using this perspective. [KX-S1-TL1-W1_U_4]
 FA1_U05 [3/5]
has basic knowledge about the genesis, development and the current state of literary studies. [KX-S1-TL1-W1_W_1]
 FA1_W01 [3/5] FA1_W07 [3/5] FA1_W13 [2/5]
knows the most important categories, classifications and theoretical distinctions in literary studies. [KX-S1-TL1-W1_W_2]
 FA1_W09 [3/5]
is familiar with a lexicon of basic literary-theoretical terms; can define and use them. [KX-S1-TL1-W1_W_3]
 FA1_W09 [2/5]
knows the ideas of the main representatives of literary studies [KX-S1-TL1-W1_W_4]
 FA1_W08 [2/5]
Type Description Codes of the learning outcomes of the module to which assessment is related
Test or tests [KX-S1-TL1-W1_w_1]
The test examines the level at which students have assimilated and understood the nature and goals of contemporary literary studies and their knowledge of basic terms, distinctions, and classifications.
 KX-S1-TL1-W1_K_1 KX-S1-TL1-W1_U_1 KX-S1-TL1-W1_U_2 KX-S1-TL1-W1_U_3 KX-S1-TL1-W1_U_4 KX-S1-TL1-W1_W_1 KX-S1-TL1-W1_W_2 KX-S1-TL1-W1_W_3 KX-S1-TL1-W1_W_4
Written assignments (optional) [KX-S1-TL1-W1_w_2]
Verification methods test students’ level of knowledge of basic terms, distinctions and classifications, with special emphasis on reading and interpretation practice.
 KX-S1-TL1-W1_K_1 KX-S1-TL1-W1_U_1 KX-S1-TL1-W1_U_2 KX-S1-TL1-W1_U_3 KX-S1-TL1-W1_U_4 KX-S1-TL1-W1_W_1 KX-S1-TL1-W1_W_2 KX-S1-TL1-W1_W_3 KX-S1-TL1-W1_W_4
Control interview (optional) [KX-S1-TL1-W1_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
 KX-S1-TL1-W1_K_1 KX-S1-TL1-W1_U_1 KX-S1-TL1-W1_U_2 KX-S1-TL1-W1_U_3 KX-S1-TL1-W1_U_4 KX-S1-TL1-W1_W_1 KX-S1-TL1-W1_W_2 KX-S1-TL1-W1_W_3 KX-S1-TL1-W1_W_4
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 [KX-S1-TL1-W1_fs_1]
Issue- and overview-oriented lecture; audio-visual presentations; elements of interpretation and discussion.
 15
Assimilation of lecture content aiming at a deep understanding of the issues addressed, also with the help of additional reading
 15 Test or tests [KX-S1-TL1-W1_w_1]
practical classes [KX-S1-TL1-W1_fs_2]
Reading and analysis of theoretical texts; sample interpretations of literary works
 30
Preparation for class discussion about texts; preparation of written assignments (if applicable); additional reading; preparation for test or tests
 65 Test or tests [KX-S1-TL1-W1_w_1] Written assignments (optional) [KX-S1-TL1-W1_w_2] Control interview (optional) [KX-S1-TL1-W1_w_3]
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