20th-Century Russian Culture: Aesthetic and Ideological Aspects in Literature, Art, Everyday Life 3202-S1WRK31o

Knowledge
The student:
- has advanced knowledge of 20th-century Russian culture in its literary, artistic, and social dimensions;
- is familiar with the most important cultural movements, trends, and phenomena of the 20th century (including modernism, the avant-garde, Socialist Realism, émigré culture, and unofficial culture);
- knows and understands the works of the most important representatives of 20th-century Russian literature and art and their historical and cultural contexts;
- is familiar with the key historical events influencing the development of 20th-century Russian culture (the Revolution of 1917, the Stalinist period, World War II, the Thaw, and perestroika);
- possesses knowledge of the relationship between culture and ideology in the Soviet system;
- understands the phenomenon of Russian emigration, its main centers, representatives, and significance for European culture;
- understands the importance of selected literary and artistic works for 20th-century Russian culture;
- possesses knowledge of transformations in everyday life in the USSR and their reflection in culture.

Skills
The student:
- is able to analyze and interpret selected texts of 20th-century Russian culture (literature, art, film) in their historical and cultural context;
- is able to situate cultural phenomena within a broad historical and ideological framework;
- is able to explain the relationship between art and ideology in a totalitarian system;
- correctly applies basic terminology from the fields of cultural history and literary studies;
- is able to independently search for, select, and use information from various sources;
- is able to formulate logical and coherent oral and written statements concerning the issues discussed;
- demonstrates the ability to work systematically and prepare for academic discussion.

Social Competences
The student:
- understands the specificity and interdisciplinary nature of research on Russian culture;
- is aware of the significance of the cultural heritage of 20th-century Russia in the context of European culture;
- understands the role of culture as a tool of social, ideological, and historical communication;
- is aware of the complexity of historical and cultural processes and their influence on artistic creativity;
- is able to work in a group, participate in discussions, and respect differing interpretations;
- recognizes the necessity of continuously expanding knowledge and developing humanities-related competences;
- understands the importance of responsibility for preserving and interpreting cultural heritage;
- develops cultural sensitivity and awareness of the diversity of artistic traditions.

A written test consisting of 20 questions (open-ended and multiple-choice tasks).
Percentage thresholds required for particular grades:
3.0 – from 50%
3.5 – from 60%
4.0 – from 70%
4.5 – from 80%
5.0 – from 90%
5! – awarded to students who demonstrate knowledge beyond the course syllabus

Students are entitled to two unexcused absences; each additional absence requires formal justification. The lecturer decides whether an absence is accepted. Exceeding 50% of both excused and unexcused absences may constitute grounds for failing the course. The requirements for passing the resit examination are the same as for the first examination date.

If in-person classes cannot be conducted, classes will be held using дистан communication tools, most likely Google Meet and other platforms recommended by the University of Warsaw.

not applicable

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