The Small Languages ​​of Europe: History, Present Day, and Perspectives 3221-FBA-MJE-OG

The student knows and understands:

the specific subject matter and methodology of linguistic research to a greater degree;

linguistic terminology to a greater degree, including advanced detailed knowledge;

language functions in various contexts, including literature, culture, religion, history, art, politics, economy, and the media;

language nature, essence, and the impact of historical and cultural changes on its development to a greater degree;

linguistic research trends to a greater degree,

and the most important contemporary problems and challenges.

The student is able to:

formulate and analyze research problems in linguistics, select innovative research methods and tools, including advanced information and communication technologies, and develop and present results, even under unpredictable conditions;

use theoretical approaches, research paradigms, and concepts specific to linguistics during debates and discussions with diverse audiences;

Use a foreign language at the level indicated in the course description, including specialized communication;

Manage teamwork and collaborate within teamwork.

The student is ready to:

Critically evaluate their knowledge and the content they receive;

Recognize the importance of knowledge in solving cognitive and practical problems and seek expert opinions;

Determine priorities for the implementation of their assigned tasks

within the scope of social obligations

Requirements for passing the course:

- class attendance;

- systematic preparation of assigned material;

- active participation in discussions;

- a positive grade on the final assessment.

The final grade consists of 50% of the grade on the coursework and 50% of the grade on the final assessment. To receive a passing grade on the final assessment, students must obtain a positive grade on the final assessment and a positive grade on the coursework.

The assessment of the coursework takes into account systematic preparation for class, the manner of expressing oneself, discussing, and presenting one's own arguments, as well as the ability to critically analyze the texts discussed. Students are required to participate in discussions during classes attended.

A student who prepares on time, participates in the discussion, and presents independent conclusions regarding every text discussed during classes attended receives a very good grade.

A student who prepares on time, participates in the discussion, and presents independent conclusions regarding most of the texts discussed during classes attended receives a good grade.

A student who prepared on time, participated in the discussion, and presented independent conclusions on at least half of the texts discussed during the classes attended receives a passing grade.

A student who was unprepared for the discussion in more than half of the classes and was unable to independently present conclusions on the texts discussed receives a failing grade.

The final assessment includes a written test on the course topics.

The percentage thresholds required to achieve each grade on the final assessment are:

3.0 – from 50%

3.5 – from 60%

4.0 – from 70%

4.5 – from 80%

5.0 – from 90%

5! – To achieve this grade, the student must demonstrate knowledge beyond the scope of the program

Students are allowed two unexcused absences; any subsequent absences require a justification. The instructor decides whether an absence is recognized. Exceeding the number of excused absences is considered a failure to participate in the discussion of the text discussed in class and results in a lower grade for the current paper. Exceeding the number of excused and unexcused absences for 50% of the coursework may result in failing the course. The requirements for passing the course on the make-up examination are the same as for the first examination.

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Information on level of this course, year of study and semester when the course unit is delivered, types and amount of class hours - can be found in course structure diagrams of apropriate study programmes. This course is related to the following study programmes:

• Inter-faculty Studies in Bioinformatics and Systems Biology
• Bachelor's degree, first cycle programme, Computer Science
• Bachelor's degree, first cycle programme, Mathematics
• Master's degree, second cycle programme, Bioinformatics and Systems Biology
• Master's degree, second cycle programme, Computer Science
• Master's degree, second cycle programme, Mathematics