Contrastive Grammar - Swedish 3200-L2-GKS

The course discusses theoretical issues (the place of comparative research in linguistics, methodology of comparative research, possibilities of using contrastive grammar in language typology, linguistic description, lexicography and translation) and practical issues (the most important differences and similarities in the grammatical, informational and stylistic structure of both languages).

Student's Workload:
- Contact hours (in-class): 15 hrs;
- Self-study/individual work (15 hrs):
• preparation for tasks verifying the learning outcomes (home assignments) – 5 hrs
• revising and preparation for the final – 10 hrs

If classroom learning is impossible, the workshop will be conducted with the help of distance communication tools, most probably Google Meet and others recommended by the University.

Course coordinators

Mateusz Narkiewicz

Type of course

obligatory courses

Mode

Classroom

Prerequisites (description)

The student is expected to have good command of Swedish practical grammar and terminology related to linguistics.

Learning outcomes

KNOWLEDGE:
The student:

K1_W01
knows the structure of language as a system, has a basic knowledge of the place and importance of linguistics, and understands its subject-specificity,

K1_W02
knows the terminology of Swedish and Polish linguistics,

K1_W08
has a basic knowledge of terminology and a structured knowledge of descriptive grammar in the Swedish and Polish languages

SKILLS:
The student:

K1_U01
is able to search for, analyse, evaluate and select short authentic texts in Swedish and develop professional skills in applied and general linguistics,

K1_U02
has basic research skills, can formulate research problems and can use research tools of applied and general linguistics,

K1_U10
is able to apply theoretical knowledge of applied linguistics in typical professional situations, including team projects and interdisciplinary projects,

SOCIO-CULTURAL COMPETENCIES:
The student is:

K1_K01
prepared to adequately identify and resolve the dilemmas of interlinguistic communication caused by the asymmetry of language systems and cultural differences, respecting ethical behaviour patterns and consulting experts,

K1_K02
prepared to critically assess its own state of the art in applied linguistics

K1_K06
prepared to cooperate and work in a group, assume various roles and respect rules of good communication in Swedish

Assessment criteria

Assessment methods
- Continuous assessment (preparedness, activity in class)
- Home assignments

Grading criteria:

0-60% = failed (2.0)
60-70% = satisfactory (3.0)
70-75% = satisfactory plus (3.5)
75-85% = good (4.0)
85-90% = good plus (4.5)
90-99% = very good (5.0)
99-100% = very good! (5.0!)

The final grade from the course in the USOS is the grade from the final test.
Failing the test results in a failing grade and the need to retake the test in the same form during the retake exam session.

Students are required to attend all the classes. Students are allowed one unexcused absence. When the number of allowed absences is exceeded, the student should ask the teacher to be given additional tasks aimed at making up for the material missed from the classes by that student. If the number of absences is equal to or exceeds 50% of the total number of contact hours, it will result in a negative grade.

Bibliography

The bibliography is compiled by specific course instructors running seminars in selected areas