Introduction to American Literature Lecturer Mirosława Buchholtz, professor Type, year and semestre of the course Undergraduate studies, 2nd year, winter semestre ECTS points 2 Number of hours 30 Type of course Lecture Course description The course offers an overview of American literary history from the 17 th to the 21 st century and explores the main themes, motifs, contexts and reception of American literature. Type of credit Pass/fail Credit requirement s Attendance Literature Baym, N. (ed.) 2006. The Norton Anthology of American Literature. Sixth Edition Bradbury, M., Ruland, R. 1991. From Puritanism to Postmodernism Salska, A. (ed.) 2003. Historia Literatury Amerykańskiej Kopcewicz, A., Sienicka, M. 1982. Historia literatury Stanów Zjednoczonych w zarysie Reliable Internet sources Language studies Lecturer Wiktor Pskit, PhD Type, year and semestre of the course Undergraduate studies, 1st year, winter and summer semestre ECTS points 4 Number of hours 30 per semestre Type of course Class
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Introduction to American LiteratureLecturer Mirosława Buchholtz, professorType, year and semestre of the course
Undergraduate studies, 2nd year, winter semestre
ECTS points 2Number of hours
30
Type of course LectureCourse description
The course offers an overview of American literary history from the 17th to the 21st century and explores the main themes, motifs, contexts and reception of American literature.
Type of credit Pass/failCredit requirements
Attendance
Literature Baym, N. (ed.) 2006. The Norton Anthology of American Literature. Sixth EditionBradbury, M., Ruland, R. 1991. From Puritanism to PostmodernismSalska, A. (ed.) 2003. Historia Literatury AmerykańskiejKopcewicz, A., Sienicka, M. 1982. Historia literatury Stanów Zjednoczonych w zarysieReliable Internet sources
Language studiesLecturer Wiktor Pskit, PhDType, year and semestre of the course
Undergraduate studies, 1st year, winter and summer semestre
ECTS points 4Number of hours
30 per semestre
Type of course ClassCourse description
The aim of the course is to provide students with the knowledge of basic issues concerning English phonetics, phonology and morphology.Topics: speech organs, classification and features of English sounds (consonants and vowels), phonemes and allophones, types of transcription, the syllable and its structure, word stress, connected speech, the definition of morpheme, the structure of words, word-formation processes in English.
Type of credit Winter semestre – pass/fail (zal/nzal)Summer semestre – exam
Credit requirements
Attendance and active participation, written tests, passing the exam
Literature Bauer, L. 1983 English Word-formation. Cambridge: Cambridge University PressGiegrich, H.J. 1993. English Phonology. An Introduction. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press
Gimson, A.C. 1992. An Introduction to the Pronunciation of English (revised by S. Ramsaran). Edward ArnoldHughes, A., P. Trudgill, and D. Watt. 2005. English Accents and Dialects. Hodder ArnoldLadefoged, P. 1993. A Course in Phonetics. Harcourt BraceQuirk, R., S. Greenbaum, G. Leech and J. Svartvik (eds.). 1985. A Comprehensive Grammar of the English Language. LongmanRoach, P. 1994. English Phonetics and Phonology. Cambridge: Cambridge University PressSzpyra, J. and W. Sobkowiak. 1995. Workbook in English Phonetics for Polish Students of English. Nakom
British LiteratureLecturer Anna Branach-Kallas, PhDType, year and semestre of the course
Undergraduate studies, 1st year, winter and summer semestre
The aim of the course is to discuss the most important works in the history ofEnglish literature from Beowulf to late twentieth century. The course introduces basic literary terms and aspects of literary theory.
Type of credit A numerical grade on a 5 to 2 scale (5 being the top grade).Credit requirements
Passing the test. Active participation in class.
Literature Helsztyński, Stanisław. Specimens of English Poetry and Prose..The Oxford Anthologies of English Literature. Eds. Frank Kermode and John Hollander. 6 volumes.
British LiteratureLecturer Anna Branach-Kallas ,PhDType, year and semestre of the course
Undergraduate studies, 1st t year, winter and summer semestre
ECTS points Winter term -1Summer term -1 + 5 for the exam
Number of hours
15 per semestre
Type of course LectureCourse description
The aim of the course is to discuss the most important works in the history of
English literature from Beowulf to late twentieth century. The course introduces basic literary terms and aspects of literary theory.
Type of credit Winter semestre – Pass/Fail (Zal/Nzal)Summer semestre – examination: A numerical grade on a 5 to 2 scale (5 being the top grade)
Credit requirements
Attendance
Literature Jerzy Strzetelski et al. 1987. Historia literatury angielskiej tablice chronologiczne. Warszawa: PWNDavid McDowall. An Illustrated History of Britain. Longman-Pearson Education
Language StudiesLecturer Strugielska Ariadna, PhD Type, year and semestre of the course
Undergraduate studies, second year, winter and spring semestre
The course aims at acquainting students with basic notions related to English syntax. The following problems will, among others, be discussed: the simple sentence, coordination, pro-form and ellipsis, the complex sentence.
Type of credit Winter semestre – pass/failSpring semestre - examination
Credit requirements
Attendance, participation, passing the final exam
Literature Biber D., Conrad S., Leech G. (2002) Student Grammar of Spoken and Written English. Longman, London. (book and workbook)Quirk R., Greenbaum S., Leech G. & Svartvik (1985) A comprehensive grammar of the English language. Longman, London.
English Phonetics and ConversationLecturer Sowińska Agnieszka, M.A.
Sławomir Wacewicz, PhDType, year and semestre of the course
Undergraduate studies, Practical English Classes: year 1 / semestres 1 and 2
ECTS points 2 per semestreNumber of hours
60
Type of course Practical English Classes: 1 year classCourse description
The primary goal of the course is to develop students' pronunciation and conversation skills sufficiently so as to allow them to communicate effectively with native speakers and to prepare them to pass their first-year oral exam. Other goals include: providing students with theoretical background concerning the sound system of the English language, helping students become aware of the nature and correct production of English speech sounds both in isolation and within words and sentences (taking the RP accent as a model for practical purposes) and so improving their pronunciation to the extent that it sounds native-like. Although theoretical aspects will be gradually introduced, special emphasis will be put on lab and home practice (self-rehearsal and self-study are necessary).The course starts with an introduction to the phonetic alphabet and transcription system. The other units of the course will focus on: English vowels, diphthongs, English consonants, and their place and manner of articulation, weak forms, assimilation and linking processes, stress and rhythm, developing listening comprehension skills and conversation practice. Classes will involve a wide range of exercises: listening comprehension tasks ( e.g. Listening to the News, a BBC documentary – The Story of English), discrimination and production tasks (e.g. drills), prepared and improvised speeches and dialogues and others. In order to facilitate the acquisition of English phonemes, comparison between English and Polish segments will be introduced where appropriate. The course is designed for students who are determined to practise English phonetics (Standard British English) as in contrast to General American phonetics. Students phonetics will be diagnosed during the first weeks of classes. First Certificate (FCE)-level language is required.
Type of credit Final gradeCredit requirements
The students participating in the course will be assessed on the basis of both their in-class performance and home assignments (readings, recordings, transcription exercises, dictation and transcription tests). Their progress in the production of individual phones initially and then suprasegmental features will be continuously assessed and discussed during individual meetings or office hours. Regular attendance is essential.
Literature Baker Ann, 2006. Ship or Sheep? Third Edition - Student's Book and Audio CDs. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.Ladefoged, P. 2000. A Course In Phonetics. New York: Harcourt, Brace, Jovanovich.Mortimer, C. 1984. Elements of English Pronunciation. Cambridge: CUP.Ponsonby, M. 1982. How Now, Brown Cow? A Course in the Pronunciation of English. Cambridge: CUP.Wells, J.C. 2008. Longman Pronunciation Dictionary. Third Edition. London: LongmanInternet sources:http://www.shiporsheep.com/http://ifa.amu.edu.pl/fa/files/ifa/pigulka/spis_tresci.htmhttp://www.eptotd.btinternet.co.uk/vm/soundmachines.htmhttp://www.soundsofenglish.org/http://www.personal.rdg.ac.uk/~llsroach/encyc.pdf
Business English IntegratedLecturer Sowińska Agnieszka, M.A.Type, year and semestre of the course
Undergraduate studies, Business English Classes: year 2 / semestre 2
ECTS points 1Number of hours
30
Type of course Practical English Classes: 2 year classCourse description
Course content: Advertising/Brands Business start-up Money Prioritizing/Time management Globalization Company culture Negotiations Human resources International business
Type of credit The course ends with an exam.Credit requirements
1. Regular attendance 2. Two short summaries of the recordings or articles from The Economist or Newsweek.3. PowerPoint presentation (case study)4. The passing score of the mock exam (60%)5. Active participation during classes (discussions, team-work and role-plays)
Literature Mascull B. Business Vocabulary Advanced, Cambridge.McCarthy M., O’Dell F. (new). English Vocabulary in Use – Advanced, Cambridge.Naunton J., ProFile 3 Upper-Intermediate, Oxford.Market Leader Upper-Intermediate+ recent issues of The Economist
English GrammarLecturer Sowińska Agnieszka, M.A.Type, year and semestre of the course
Undergraduate studies, Practical English Class year 2 / semestre 1
ECTS points 2Number of hours
30
Type of course Practical English Classes: 2 year classCourse The course covers grammatical issues related to verb form, particularly
description tense, aspect and voice, fact and non-fact, reported speech, emphasis, causative etc.
Type of credit The course ends with an examCredit requirements
Regular attendance and positive test scores.
Literature Alexander, L.G. Longman English Grammar.Evans, V. CPE Use of English Examination Practice. Gethin, H. Grammar in Context.Graver, B.D. Advanced English PracticeSide, R. and G. Wellman. Grammar and Vocabulary for Cambridge Advanced and Proficiency. Swan, M. Practical English Usage. Thomson, A.J. and A.V. Martinet. A Practical English Grammar.
W IED ZA O KUL T URZ E BRYT YJS KIE J Lecturer dr Katarzyna WięckowskaType, year and semestre of the course
Undergraduate studies, 2nd year, winter term
ECTS points 3Number of hours
30
Type of course seminarCourse description
The course offers an overview of the basic issues and concerns of contemporary Britain. The major events of post-war history are discussed (the Welfare State, Thatcherism, regionalism, devolution, nationalism) and their representation in the media (film). The aim of the course is to offer an outline of British history and to analyze the major components of British cultural identity.
Type of credit Grade Credit requirements
active class participation, test
Literature Christopher David, British Culture: an introduction. London and New York: Routledge, 1999.Irwin John L., Modern Britain: an introduction, London: Unwin Hyman, 1987.Marwick Arthur, British society since 1945. London: Penguin, 2003. Morley, D. and K. Robins. British Cultural Studies. Geography, Nationality and Identity.Oxford UP, 2005.Oakland, John, British civilization: an introduction. London and New York: Routledge, 1991.Storry, Mike and Peter Childs, British Cultural Identities. London and New York: Routledge, 2002.Budge, Ian et al., The New British Politics. Harlow: Pearson Longman, 2007.
W IED ZA O KUL T URZ E BRYT YJS KIE JLecturer dr Katarzyna WięckowskaType, year and semestre of the course
Undergraduate studies, 2nd year, winter term
ECTS points 1Number of hours
15
Type of course lectureCourse description
The unit introduces students to the history of British Cultural Studies, its key theories and practices. The theoretical texts discussed in the course are applied to the analysis of a series of cultural artifacts (e.g. advertisements, movies, popular literature, etc.), with the aim of supplying students with critical tools to be used in all subsequent units of the British Studies course.
Type of credit Exam Credit requirements
active class participation
Literature Agger, B. 1992. Cultural Studies as Critical Theory.London: The Falmer Press.Easthope, A. and K. McGowan. 1992. A Critical and Cultural Theory Reader. Buckingham: Open University PressDuring, S. 1993. The Cultural Studies Reader. London: RoutledgeGray, A. and J. McGuigan.1993. Studying Culture. An Introductory Reader. London: Edward ArnoldStorey, J.1993. An Introductory Guide to Cultural Theory and Popular Culture. New York and London: Harvester Wheatsheaf
W IED ZA O LIT E RAT URZ E Lecturer dr Katarzyna WięckowskaType, year and semestre of the course
Undergraduate studies, 3rd year, winter term
ECTS points 1Number of hours
15
Type of course lectureCourse description
The course offers an overview of contemporary literary theory and criticism, beginning from Russian Formalism to Postmodernism. The aim of the course is to familiarize students with the major critical approaches and to supply them with analytical tools to be used in further studies.
Type of credit Exam Credit requirements
active class participation
Literature R. Selden (ed.) The Theory of Criticism. London: Longman, 1988.R. Selden, A Reader’s Guide to Contemporary Literary Theory. Brighton: Harvester Press, 1988.
D. Lodge (ed.) Modern Criticism and Theory. London: Longman, 1988.K. M. Newton (ed.), Theory into Practice. A Reader in Modern Literary Criticism. London: Macmillan, 1992.P. Waugh, Metafiction. The Theory and Practice of Self-Conscious Fiction. London and New York: Routledge, 1996.R. W. Warhol and D. P. Herndl (eds.), Feminisms: An Anthology of Literary Theory Criticism. Houndmills, Basingstoke, Hampshire: Macmillan Press, 1997.R.C. Davis, R. Schleifer (eds.) Literary Criticism: Literary and Cultural Studies. New York: Longman, 1998.
Seminar Lecturer dr Katarzyna WięckowskaType, year and semestre of the course
Undergraduate studies, 2nd year, winter term
ECTS points 2Number of hours
30
Type of course seminarCourse description
The seminar introduces the theories and approaches used in contemporary Media Studies. Throughout the course, students will analyse a number of media texts, beginning with advertisements and ending with films.
Type of credit gradeCredit requirements
active class participation, final essay.
Literature Anderson, W. T. (ed.). 1995. The Fontana Post-Modernism Reader. London: Fontana Press.Conboy, K, N. Medina, S. Stanbury (eds.). 1997. Writing on the Body. Female Embodiment and Feminist Theory. New York: Columbia UP.Easthope, A., K. McGowan (eds.). 1991. A Critical and Cultural Theory Reader. Buckingham: Open University Press.Rosen, P. (ed.). 1986. Narrative, Apparatus, Ideology: A Film Theory Reader. New York: Columbia UP.Fiske, J. 1987. Television Culture. London and New York: Routledge. Jencks, Ch. The Post-Modern Reader. 1995. Mew York: St. Martin’s Press.
American literatureLecturer Sława Krasińska, MAType, year and semestre of the course
undergraduate studies, 2nd year, winter and summer semestre
ECTS points winter semestre: 3; summer semestre: 3Number of 30
hoursType of course classCourse description
Upon the successful completion of this course the student will be able to: 1. explain the contributions of selected major American writers and identify the most important works in the history of American literature from the Colonial Period to the twenty first century2. recognize and describe philosophical, historical, and social characteristics of important literary traditions and concepts of American literature3. demonstrate a solid foundation in practical criticism over a range of literary types.
Type of credit a numerical grade on a 5 to 2 scale (5 being the top grade)Credit requirements
active participation in class, giving a short presentation, passing the test
Literature Baym, N. (ed.) 2006. The Norton Anthology of American Literature. Sixth Edition. New York: Norton & CompanyBradbury, M., Ruland, R. 1991. From Puritanism to Postmodernism. New York: Penguin BooksCuddon. J.A. 1999.The Penguin Dictionary of Literary Terms and Literary Theory. London: Penguin BooksHigh, P.B. 1986. An Outline of American Literature. New York: Longman Inc.Jack. I. (ed.) “Granta 97, Spring 2007.” Best of Young American Novelists 2. London: Granta PublicationsKopcewicz, A., Siennicka, M. 1982. Historia literatury Stanów Zjednoczonych w zarysie. Warszawa: PWNSpankceren, K. Outline of American Literature. (available on the Internet) http://usinfo.state.gov/products/pubs/oal/oalltoc.htm
American studies
Lecturer Sława Krasińska, MA
Type, year and semestre of the course
undergraduate studies, 2nd year, summer semester
ECTS points 4
Number of hours
45
Type of course class
Course description
The course is designed to help students gain deeper knowledge of American culture and institutions. It provides the historical and cultural context necessary
to understand all major areas of life in the United States of America.
The following questions will be addressed: Who is an American? What is America? What are the central values of America? How did Americans form their culture and interact with one another? What is America’s relationship to the rest of the world?
Type of credit a numerical grade on a 5 to 2 scale (5 being the top grade)
Credit requirements
active participation in class, oral presentation, final test
Literature Ashbee, E. 2004. Get Set for American Studies. Edinburgh: Edinburgh University Press.
Diniejko, A. 2005. An Introduction to the United States of America. Kraków: Wydawnictwo EGIS.
Eckhnard, F., Reimer J. 2004. America in Close-Up. Harlow: Person Education Limited.
Falk, R. 1993. Spotlight on the USA. New York: Oxford University Press.
Giannotti J., Szwarcewicz S. 1996. Talking About the USA. An Active Introduction to American Culture. Upper Saddle River: Prentice Hall Regents.
Jurczyński, T. 1995. Dictionary of the United States. Warszawa: Wydawnictwa Szkolne i Pedagogiczne.
Sardar, Z., Davis, M.W. 2003. Why Do People Hate America? Cambridge: Icon Books Ltd.
Velie, A., Kidwell, C.S. 2005. Native American Studies. Lincoln: University of Nebraska Press.
WritingLecturer Marcin Leszczyński, PhDType, year and semestre of the course
Undergraduate studies, 1st year, winter semestre
ECTS points 2Number of hours
30
Type of course classCourse description
The course is oriented at writing cohesive and coherent non-fiction paragraphs. During the classes the students will learn various paragraph structures and methods of paragraph development (description, process, comparison, contrast, cause and effect) as well as the basics of punctuation.
Type of credit A numerical grade on a 5 to 2 scale (5 being the top grade)Credit requirements
Attendance, satisfactory marks for all the paragraphs written at home and in class
Literature Adams-Tukiendorf, M. and D.Rydzak. Developing Writing Skills: A Manual for EFL Students.Arnaudet, M and M. Barrett. Paragraph Development.Evans, V. Successful Writing.Nolasco, R. Writing: upper-intermediate.Reid, J. and M. Lindstrom. The Process of Paragraph Writing.Stephens, M. Practise Advanced Writing.
Optional Practical English CourseLecturer Marcin Leszczyński, PhDType, year and semestre of the course
Undergraduate studies, 2nd year, winter and summer semestres
ECTS points 1 per semestreNumber of hours
60
Type of course classCourse description
During the course students will learn about everyday life in modern Britain. The topics will include geography, administrative division, the royal family, society, culture, customs and traditions, holidays, sports, education, religion, etc.
Type of credit A numerical grade on a 5 to 2 scale (5 being the top grade)Credit requirements
Attendance, active participation in class, tests, oral presentation
Literature Crowther, Jonathan (ed.). 2001. Oxford Guide to British and American Culture. Oxford: OUPKightly, Charles. 1986. The Customs and Ceremonies of Britain. London: Thames and Hudson.Paxaman, Jeremi. 2007. The English. A Portrait of a People. Penguin Books.Paxaman, Jeremi. 2007. On Royalty. Penguin BooksRoom, Adrian. 1990. An A to Z of British Life. Oxford: OUPRoud, Steve. 2006. The English Year. Penguin BooksStorry, Mike and Peter Childs (eds.). 2002. British Cultural Identities. London and New York: Routledge.Swinglehurst, Edmund. 2002. The History of the Kings and Queens of England and Scotland. Armadillo Books
Writing Lecturer Joanna Mstowska, M.AType, year and semestre of the
writing, first year, first semestre
courseECTS points 2Number of hours
30
Type of course practical English courseCourse description
The course is oriented at writing cohesive and coherent non-fiction paragraphs. During the classes the students will learn various paragraph structures and methods of paragraph development (exemplification, enumeration, description, comparison and contrast, cause and effect, etc.). The students will also learn the basics of punctuation.
Type of credit zaliczenieCredit requirements
satisfactory paragraphs written at home and in-class, satisfactory performance in class assignments, attendance
Literature Arnaudet and Barrett. Paragraph Development.Reid and Lindstrom. The Process of Paragraph Writing. Macpherson. English for Writers and Translators.
Introduction to language acquisition and learningLecturer Krzysztof Strzemeski, MAType, year and semestre of the course
Undergraduate studies, 1st year, winter and summer semestre
Type of course Obligatory practical English classCourse description
The aim of the class is to introduce the most important concepts, theories and terms related to language learning and language acquisition, as well as teaching students academic study skills.The content includes: individual variations among language learners (intelligence, motivation, attitudes and personality factors); learning strategies (direct and indirect, both theory and practice); theories of language acquisition: behaviourism, innatism, interactionism, connectionism and information processing; the concepts of bilingualism, lateralization, interlanguage, immersion, etc., plus basic knowledge related to the learning of the particular skills and their components.
Type of credit Pass/fail; ends with an exam with a numerical grade on a 5 to 2 scale (5 being the top grade)
Credit requirements
Active participation in class activities (including student presentations) and completion of Moodle-based activities; all tests must be passed.
Literature Brown, H.D. 1994. Teaching by Principles. N.J. Prentice Hall Regents.Hedge, Tricia. 2000. Teaching and Learning in the Language Classroom. OUP.Komorowska, H. 2002. Metodyka nauczania językow obcych. FraszkaEdukacyjna.Lightbown,P.M. and N. Spada, 1999. How Languages are Learned. OUP.
Oxford, R., 1990. Language Learning Strategies: What Every Teacher Should Know. Boston, Massachusetts: Heinle & Heinle Publishers.
Conversation (Practical English)Lecturer Krzysztof Strzemeski, MAType, year and semestre of the course
Undergraduate studies, 2nd year, winter semestre
ECTS points 7 points for the entire Practical English module (all its courses)Number of hours
30
Type of course Obligatory practical English classCourse description
The purpose of this class is an on-going diagnosis and elimination of errors in oral production. The other goals include the increase of listening comprehension skills, speaking fluency and vocabulary. The course will make use of Internet listening materials.
Type of credit Numerical grade contributing to the overall Practical English grade.Credit requirements
Participation in class and moodle activities, completion of listening tasks contributing to a student portfolio, class reports and vocabulary tests.
Literature Harmer, J. i R. Rossner. 1997. More than words : vocabulary for upperintermedite to advanced students. Book 1. Harlow : Longman.McCarthy, M. i F. O'Dell. 2006. English Vocabulary in Use. CUP.
Writing (Practical English)Lecturer Krzysztof Strzemeski, MA, Ewa Bodal, M.A.Type, year and semestre of the course
Undergraduate studies, 1st year, summer semestre
ECTS points 9 points for the entire Practical English module (all its courses)Number of hours
30
Type of course Obligatory practical English classCourse description
Paragraph writing will be reviewed; in the following classes students will proceed to writing multi-paragraph texts, like letters, reports, minutes, instructions or reviews. Attention will be paid to text construction as well as to language accuracy. A process approach will be applied.
Type of credit Numerical grade contributing to the overall Practical English grade.Credit requirements
Participation in class activities and successful completion of all in-class and home assignments.
Literature See the first semestre literature; Stephens, M. Practise Advanced Writing will be the basic coursebook.
Literature Studies
Lecturer M.A. Tymon Adamczewski
Type, year and semestre of the course
Undergraduate studies, 3rd year, winter semestre
ECTS points 3Number of hours
30
Type of course Class
Course description
The aim of the course is to present an overview of selected approaches to literary study. The analysis of critical essays and literary texts provides here the necessary basis for discussing such issues as literature, literariness, the idea of genre and a range of chosen literary terms. In consequence, the students will gain a better understanding of the various types of literary criticism as well as main issues, conflicts and changes that have taken place in the theoretical discourse, especially in the 20th century. Particular emphasis will be put on examining such movements as, among others, Marxism, Structuralism, Psychoanalysis, Post-Structuralism, Postmodernism, Deconstruction, Feminism and Post-colonialism and their respective influence on the contemporary reading of literature.
Type of credit A numerical grade on a 5 to 2 scale (5 being the top grade)Credit requirements
Attendance, active participation in class, essay, passing the final test.
Literature Barry, P. 1995. Beginning Theory. Manchester: Manchester Univeristy Press.Habib, M. A. Rafey. 2008. Modern Literary Criticism and Theory. A History. Blackwell.Lodge, D. (ed.). 1988. Modern Criticism and Theory. London: LongmanMacey, D. 2000. The Penguin Dictionary of Critical Theory. Penguin Books.Newton, K. M. (ed.). 1992. Theory into Practice. A Reader in Modern Literary Criticism. London: MacmillanSelden, R. (ed.). 1988. The Theory of Criticism. London: LongmanWaugh, P. 1996. Metafiction. The Theory and Practice of Self-Conscious Fiction. London and New York: RoutledgeWarhol, R. W. and D. P. Herndl (eds.). 1997. Feminisms: An Anthology of Literary Theory Criticism. Houndmills, Basingstoke, Hampshire: Macmillan PressNorris, Ch. 1982. Deconstruction: Theory and Practice. London and New York: MethuenCuller, J. 1997. Literary Theory – A Very Short Introduction. Oxford and New York: OUP
English Phonology and PhoneticsLecturer Sławomir Wacewicz, PhD
Type, year and semestre of the course
Undergraduate studies, 2nd year, winter term
ECTS points 2Number of hours
30
Type of course Classes / LaboratoryCourse description
The aim of the course is to improve students’ overall pronunciation skills in British English. The assumed standard is contemporary rather than traditional/conservative RP. The main focus is on the elements of connected speech, namely assimilation, elision and linking, rhythm and weak forms, and intonation. Teaching is based both on published course material and on electronic material such as interactive pronunciation dictionaries and audio and video recordings. Methods include doing focused exercises as well as imitation of native English speakers.Supplementary aims of the course are as follows: making the students acquainted with the sociogeographical diversity in the British accents, creating the ability to formulate the differences between accents in descriptive terms, perfecting transcription, learning the pronunciation of the most important difficult words and phonetic exceptions.
Type of credit Graded pass/failCredit requirements
Attendance, passing all the tests, completing one recording task
Literature Hewings, M. 2007. English Pronunciation in Use Advanced. Cambridge: CUP.Mortimer, C. 1984. Elements of English Pronunciation. Cambridge: CUP.Ponsonby, M. 1982. How Now, Brown Cow? A Course in the Pronunciation of English. Cambridge: CUP.Roach, P. 1991. English Phonetics And Phonology: A Practical Course. 2nd edition. Cambridge: CUPWells, J.C. 2008. Longman Pronunciation Dictionary. Third Edition. London: Longman
Philosophy of LanguageLecturer Sławomir Wacewicz, PhDType, year and semestre of the course
Undergraduate studies, 1st year, winter term
ECTS points 4Number of hours
30
Type of course LectureCourse description
This course provides a general introduction to the topic of both language and the study of language. The guiding perspective is that of philosophy, with the focus on the status of language and its place in the spectrum of organized systems. The complementary perspectives are that of linguistics
and its subdisciplines as well as selected neighbouring disciplines.The two main objectives of the course are, firstly, to make the students acquainted with a broad range of basic linguistic terminology, and secondly, to introduce an interdisciplinary and multifaceted approach to language and its study.
Type of credit ExaminationCredit requirements
Positive examination grade
Literature Brown, Keith (ed.). 2006. Encyclopedia of Language and Linguistics, Second Edition. Oxford: ElsevierCrystal, David. 1990. A dictionary of linguistics and phonetics. Cambridge: Basil Blackwell.Lewandowska-Tomaszczyk, Barbara (ed). 1993. Ways to language. Łódź: Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu ŁódzkiegoPinker, Steven. 1994. The Language Instinct: The New Science of Language and Mind. Harmondsworth: Penguin BooksPinker, Steven. 2007. The Stuff Of Thought: Language As A Window Into Human Nature. New York: Viking.Yule, George. 2006. The Study of Language. Third Edition. Cambridge: CUP.
The course Academic discourse aims at covering conceptual and formal aspects of the composition of written work of academic profile. Specific topics addressed in this course include finding and working with sources, acquisition and critical assessment of evidence, avoiding plagiarism, constructing arguments, adhering to formatting guidelines. On the theoretical side characteristics of science (as distinct from non- or pseudo-science) and the methods of valid reasoning.
The content of this course is complemented with linguistic, stylistic, and
technical issues, such as style, register and vocabulary.
Type of credit Graded pass/fail
Credit requirements
Attendance, passing all the tests, completing 1 ‘main’ assignment (either a term paper or a presentation)
Literature Day, Robert A. How to Write and Publish a Scientific Paper. Oryx Press,
Phoenix 1998.
Macpherson, Robin. Advanced Written English. Warszawa 2001.
Macpherson, Robin. English for Writers and Translators. Warszawa 1996.
Macpherson, Robin. University English. Warszawa 1994.
Numrich, Carol. Raise the Issues. An Integrated Approach To Critical Thinking. Longman 2002.
Olsen, Amy E. & Patti C. Biley. Active Vocabulary. General and Academic Words. Longman, 2002.
Peat, Jennifer. Scientific Writing. Easy when you know how. BMJ Books, Londyn 2002.
Svobodova Zuzana et al. (eds.). Writing in English, A Practical Handbook for Scientific and Technical Writers. Leonardo da Vinci Programme, European Commission, 2000. http://atom.uni-mb.si/Stud/files/Writing_in_English.pdf
Practical English grammar Lecturer Katarzyna Piątkowska, PhD
Dorota Gorzycka, MA
Type, year and semestre of the course
Undergraduate studies, 1st year, winter and summer semestre
ECTS points 2Number of hours
30 per semestre
Type of course Class Course description
The aim of the course is to acquaint the students with a selected range of grammatical structures at the level of morphology (word formation, inflection, derivation, compounding, etc.) and syntax. On the assumption that the students of the first year have the basic knowledge of English and
the requisite language skills, the issues discussed in the course will pertain to the grammatical structures adequate to advanced and proficiency levels. The emphasis will be on a possibly comprehensive presentation of these issues. Taking into account the nature of the grammar issues comprised in the first year syllabus, a considerable part of the course is devoted to phraseology and idiomaticity. Particular attention is given to those issues that might pose difficulties for the speakers of Polish. As large portion of the material comprised in the course requires memorising, the issues presented will be implemented with the use of a wide range of lexical and grammatical exercises.
Type of credit Grade in the winter semestreExam in the summer semestre
Credit requirements
Satisfactory grades in the tests and the final exam
Literature Thomson, A.J. and Martinet, A.V. A Practical English GrammarMańczak-Wohlfeld, E, Niżegorodcew, A, and Willim, E A Practical Grammar of EnglishChalker, S A Student's English Grammar - WorkbookGethin, H Grammar in Context- Proficiency Level EnglishBywater, F.V, A Proficiency Course in EnglishEvans, V CPE Use of EnglishGude, K and Duckworth. M Proficiency Masterclass
Conversations
Lecturer Dave Beynon, M.A, mgr Katarzyna Marak
Type, year and semestre of the course
Undergraduate studies, 1st year, winter and summer semestre
ECTS points 2
Number of hours
30 per semester
Type of course Class
Course description
The aim of the course consists in improving students’ spoken English.Students will be able to speak more fluently and increase their communicative abilities as well as grammatical correctness. By the end of the course the students will have developed appropriate topic vocabulary on subjects assembled with the help of students themselves.
Type of credit A numerical grade on a 5 to 2 scale (5 being the top grade).
Credit requirements
Active participation in class, noticeable progress in fluency and accuracy of speech.
Literature Curry, D. Idiomatic Expressions in ContextDixon, R.J. Essential Idioms in EnglishGolebiowska, A. Let’s TalkJones, L. 1993. Cambridge Advanced English. CUP.Longman Picture DictionaryVince, M. Advanced Language PracticeWellman, G. 1989. The Heinemann English Wordbuilder. Heinemann.
Practical English (Writing)
Lecturer David Beynon
Type, year and semester of the course
2nd year, undergraduate studies, winter Semester
ECTS points 2
Number of hours
30
Type of course Classes
Course description
The course aims to provide students with an overview of 5 paragraph essays.
Students will be taught how to interpret questions, brainstorming and planning, drafting, editing, and essay structure. Accuracy will be enforced through lessons concentrating on punctuation, vocabulary and style.
The main essay modes to be studied will be for and against, opinion, and solution to problems.
Type of credit Grade for course work. Grade for exam.
Credit requirements
This is not a correspondence course! Attendance is compulsory!
The final mark for the course will be a combination of work carried out during the semester, attendance, participation, and performance in the end of semester exam.
Literature Amanda Fava-Verde & Anthony ManningUniversity Foundation Study
Essay Writing.
www. owl.english.purdue.edu
Translation
Lecturer Magdalena Kopczyńska, M.A.
Type, year and semestre of the course
Graduate studies, 1st year, winter and summer semestres
ECTS points 3
Number of hours
30 per semester
Type of course class
Course description
A part of the Practical English block, the course aims at developing students’ translation competence in rendering texts from English into Polish and Polish into English. Students will learn the tricks of the trade on the basis of a course book (Arkadiusz Belczyk, Poradnik tłumacza) and while performing various practical tasks (translating texts from various fields, e.g. current affairs, tourism, ecology, the European Union; correcting translation and language mistakes in a text; completing missing parts in a translated text).
Type of credit A grade on a 2-5 scale (2 being the fail and 5 being the top grade) contributing to the overall Practical English grade. The course ends with an examination at the end of the summer semester.
Credit requirements
Tests, assignments, active participation in the class, attendance
Literature 1. Belczyk, Arkadiusz. Poradnik tłumacza. Z angielskiego na nasze.
Wydawnictwo Idea. Kraków, 2002.2. Korzeniowska, Aniela. Kuhiwczak, Piotr. Successful Polish-Eng-
lish Translation. Tricks of the Trade. Wydawnictwo Naukowe PWN. Warszawa, 1994.
3. Lipiński, Krzysztof. Vademecum tłumacza. Wydawnictwo Idea. Kraków, 2000.
4. Lipiński, Krzysztof. Mity przekładoznawstwa. Wydawnictwo Egis. Kraków, 2004.
5. Piotrowska, Maria. Learning Translation – Learning the Impossi-ble? A Course of Translation from English into Polish. TAiWPN Universitas. Kraków, 2003.
6. Pisarska, Alicja. Tomaszkiewicz, Teresa. Współczesne tendencje przekładoznawcze. Podręcznik dla studentów neofilologii. Wydawnictwo Naukowe UAM. Poznań, 1996.
A part of the Business Integrated block, the course aims at developing students’ skills in writing business texts, such as letters, faxes, e-mails, memoranda, offers, invoices, reports, CVs and covering letters.
Type of credit A grade on a 2-5 scale (2 being the fail and 5 being the top grade).
The course ends with an examination at the end of the semester.
Credit requirements
tests, assignments, active participation in the class, attendance
Literature Ashley, A. Oxford Book of Business Correspondence. Oxford University
Press.
Ashley, A. Oxford Correspondence Workbook. Oxford University Press.
Billet Douglas C. Jak lepiej prowadzić korespondencję w biznesie. Egis Sp. z o. o.
Specimens of correspondence.
American life and institutions
Lecturer Magdalena Kopczyńska, M.A.
Type, year and semestre of the course
Undergraduate studies, 3rd year, winter semestre
ECTS points 1
Number of hours
30 per semester
Type of course Class
Course description
The class is aimed at acquainting students with the “American way of life” as pictured in texts and films. Students will learn basic facts about the USA, its history, geography, regions, population, education, politics, culture, customs and traditions, etc.
Type of credit Pass/ Fail
The course ends with an examination.
Credit requirements
tests, assignments, presentations, news briefs, active participation in the class, attendance
Literature Diniejko, A. 2005. An Introduction to the United States of America.
Kraków: Wydawnictwo EGIS
Online materials
Academic discourse
Lecturer Monika Linke, PhD
Type, year and semestre of the course
Undergraduate studies, 3rd year, winter and summer semestre
ECTS points 3
Number of hours
30
Type of course
class
Course description
The aim of the course is to discuss features of academic English and improve students’ writing skills. The contents focus on style, register, linking expressions, paraphrasing, summarizing, referencing sources etc.
Type of credit grade
Credit requirements
Active participation, a final test
Literature Adams-Tukiendorf, Małgorzata and Danuta Rydzak. 2003Developing
Writing Skills: A Manual for EFL Students. Opole.
Burgemeier, Arline; Gerry Eldred and Cheryl Boyd Zimmerman. 1991Lexis. Academic Vocabulary Study. Prentis Hall Regents.
Macpherson, Robin. 2001Advanced Written English. Warszawa.
Macpherson, Robin. 1996.English for Writers and Translators. Warszawa.
