Lecturer(s)
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Mišterová Ivona, PhDr. Ph.D.
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Kastnerová Martina, PhDr. Ph.D.
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Course content
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Selected authentic texts from the field of culture, literature, philosophy and sociology, etc. Analysis and reading of selected texts. Topics discussed: EU and Czech Republic, multiculturalism, gender, European literature and culture.
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Learning activities and teaching methods
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Seminar classes, Lecture
- Contact hours
- 26 hours per semester
- Preparation for comprehensive test (10-40)
- 38 hours per semester
- Preparation for formative assessments (2-20)
- 14 hours per semester
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prerequisite |
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Knowledge |
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speak English at B2+/C1 CEFR level |
characterize basic cultural periods and movements |
explain important facts relating to the European history in the 20th century |
analyze current cultural developments in Europe |
characterize basic terms from the field of cultural studies |
Skills |
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use relevant terms from the field of culture |
understand given works from the field of culture |
understand themes and motifs of given works |
briefly summarise given works |
take an active part in class discussions |
express opinions on given works |
learning outcomes |
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Knowledge |
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understand European culture in its cultural background |
use a particular example to explain a relationship between contemporary culture and society |
use a particular example to explain a relationship between an individual and culture |
use a particular example to explain a relationship between language and culture |
characterize the methods of reading specialized texts |
Skills |
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adequately use given terms |
adequeately interpret authentic texts from the given field |
characterize significant text features |
present a selected topic from the given field |
on the basis of obtained knowledge, produce an expert essay discussing the given topic |
Competences |
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teaching methods |
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Knowledge |
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Practicum |
Multimedia supported teaching |
Self-study of literature |
Lecture |
Skills |
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Practicum |
Skills demonstration |
Multimedia supported teaching |
Competences |
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Self-study of literature |
assessment methods |
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Knowledge |
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Test |
Continuous assessment |
Skills |
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Test |
Individual presentation at a seminar |
Continuous assessment |
Competences |
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Self-evaluation |
Recommended literature
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Hewings, Martin. Advanced grammar in use : a self-study reference and practice book for advanced learners of English : with answers. Cambridge : Cambridge University Press, 1999. ISBN 0-521-49868-6.
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Macionis, John J.; Benokraitis, Nijole V. Seeing ourselves : classic, contemporary, and cross-cultural readings in sociology. Upper Saddle River, N.J. : Prentice Hall, 2006. ISBN 0-13-220491-6.
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Murphy, Raymond. English grammar in use : a self-study reference and practice book for intermediate students of English : with answers. Cambridge : Cambridge University Press, 2004. ISBN 0-521-53762-2.
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Swan, Michael; Walter, Catherine. How english works : a grammar practice book. 1st ed., 4th impression. Oxford : Oxford University Press, 1998. ISBN 0-19-431456-1.
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Whittaker, Paul; Whittaker, Jarmila. English for Europe. Olomouc : inStep, 2002. ISBN 80-238-9259-2.
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