Descriptive Grammar, Swedish - level 1 3200-L2-GOCS1
The course provides an overview of the basic features of the Swedish grammar system, i.e. morphology (including grammar classes) and syntax (sentence patterns, syntactical relationships). The course is designed to:
- present the basics of the syntax and morphology of the Swedish language,
- develop students' linguistic terminology,
- deepen the knowledge acquired during practical Swedish classes.
Annual topics:
1. Units in linguistic analysis; word formation, derivation
2. Noun (declensions)
3. Article (definite, indefinite, prepositional, postpositional)
4. Adjective (definite, indefinite, comparison)
5. Pronoun (e.g. possessive-reflexive)
6. Verb (tenses, modes, verbum infinitum, diathesis, conjugation)
7. Adverb
8. Connecting elements: prepositions and conjunctions
9. Simple sentence
10. Complex sentence. Coordinate and subordinate clauses
11. Variation in syntax
Terminology is given in Polish and Swedish.
The course of descriptive grammar of Swedish lasts two semesters; workload per semester:
- Contact hours (in-class): 30 hrs;
- Self-study/individual work (25 hrs):
• preparation for tasks verifying the learning outcomes (home assignments) – 15 hrs
• revising and preparation for the exams (winter and summer semester) – 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.
Type of course
Mode
Prerequisites (description)
Course coordinators
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 Swedish linguistics, and understands its subject-specificity,
K1_W02
knows the basic terminology of Swedish linguistics,
K1_W05
has a structured general knowledge of the theory and methodology of linguistics
K1_W08
has a basic knowledge of terminology and a structured knowledge of descriptive grammar in the Swedish language
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_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
- Mid-term tests
The student is allowed one retake of every failed graded test at the time designated by the teacher. Unexcused absence during a test or a retake forfeits that attempt.
Assessment criteria – final test:
In order to take the exam in winter the student must receive a passing grade from the mid-term tests.
In order to take the exam in summer the student must receive a passing grade from the winter-term test and a passing grade from the mid-term tests.
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!)
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 two unexcused absences per 30 contact hours. 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
Bolander, M. 2005. Funktionell svensk grammatik + övningsbok.
Fasth, C. & Kannermark, A. 1997. Form i fokus. Del B.
Fasth, C. & Kannermark, A. 1998. Form i fokus. Del C.
Hultman, Tor G. 2003. Svenska Akademiens språklära.
Josefsson, G. 2001. Svensk universitetsgrammatik för nybörjare + övningar.
Liljestrand, Birger. 1975. Så bildas orden.
Szulc A. 1992. Gramatyka dydaktyczna języka szwedzkiego.
Teleman, Ulf, Hellberg, Staffan & Andersson, Erik. 1999. Svenska Akademiens grammatik.
Additional information
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